Incense burner with lid 1600 - 1700

This 17th century incense burner with a lid, created by the renowned Japanese potter Jokei, is a beautiful example of *Shino ware*. The ceramic piece is characterized by its distinctive crackled glaze, known as *kanten*, and its subtle off-white color. The *Shino* style is known for its simple, elegant forms and its organic, natural aesthetic. This particular piece, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases a rounded, almost gourd-like shape, with a band of applied clay around the middle, highlighting the vessel's functional and decorative elements.