Bizen-yaki incense container. It's a tiger figurine. This is a work by Nanzan Horikawa. He is the second-generation potter of the Koraku kiln, which is now closed. It comes with a paulownia wood box, but it has some stains. This is a rare and wonderful item featuring an oriental, stylized tiger. Upon further research, it seems the motif is the White Tiger of the West, one of the Four Symbols of the legendary Chinese divine beasts. It's a truly divine and mysteriously charming work of art. I'm not sure of the exact age, but I believe it's an item from several decades ago. It's a lovely piece of pottery that can be used practically or displayed for viewing. Bizen-yaki has an image of being high-end, but we offer items that are easy to incorporate into everyday life, so please pick it up and use it. How about the art of fire, Bizen-yaki? It will be shipped via Mercari delivery. Type...Pottery Type of pottery...Bizen-yaki