Antique Japanese Hook Nose Owl Censer Lantern

Antique Japaniese Hook Nose Owl Censer Lantern is dated to Japan’s Taisha period, 1925. Signed Japan. Great Antique Condition—a little flaking on one side—see photo 8. Reminiscent of a barn owl with a patina that reminds me of oxidized copper. Uniquely whimsical with a plump body, exaggerated beak, and wagon wheel eyes. Can be used inside or outside. Made in 2 pieces of molded cast iron for easy placement of incense inside or use stick incense inserted in the slats of the eyes. Also looks cute lit with a battery candle—makes the eyes glow! NOTICE *** Do not use a real candle inside the owl - it will become very hot. Risk of starting a fire or burning yourself or someone else *** Size: 3 5/16” wide x 4 1/2” deep x 5” high. Approximately 2.2 lbs. Heavy for its size. Listed at Schneible Fine Arts for $225.