Large Japanese Arita Koro with Guardian Lions, Meiji Period
A large Japanese Arita Koro, Meiji period (1868-1912), the exceptionally large censer with a high pierced foot, twin handles and a pierced cover surmounted by two playing guardian lions, the whole decorated in polychrome enamels, with two shaped reserves to the front and rear depicting confucian figures in a garden landscape, the reserves amidst a geometric diaper ground., 19.29 in. high, 14.96 in. wide.
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- Diaper Motif - The diaper motif is a repeating geometric pattern in decorative arts that consists of small diamond or lozenge shapes arranged in a grid. The pattern is often used as a background or border on textiles, ceramics, metalwork, and other decorative items. It can be found in a variety of cultures and historical periods, and is often used in formal or ornamental designs. The name "diaper" comes from the pattern's resemblance to the criss-crossed fabric of a baby's diaper.
- Polychrome - Made or finished in many colours. For furniture, it is used to indicated a painted finish.
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