Bronze Quail Koro (Incense burner)

Meiji Period, c.1820
By Kamejyo
Bronze
Japan
W:12cm x H:9cm x L:24cm

A bronze koro (incense burner) and cover, in the form of three detachable quail standing on a tied bunch of millet stalks, their heads turned in different directions, the perforated plumage of one removable for the incense. Signed in a rectangular reserve Kamejo; with wood storage box.