A hand formed Iron censer surmounted by a Shishi lion in the Uchidashi technique where a single piece of metal is stretched and hammered slowly again and again into a complex shape. It comes enclosed in a wooden box titled Karamono Tetsu Uchidashi Sei Koro Ichi. It is 9.5 x 7.5 x 12 cm (4 x 3 x 5 inches) and is in excellent condition.
Uchidashi is a traditional Japanese metalworking technique used to create intricate raised designs on metal surfaces, commonly seen in samurai armor, sword fittings, and decorative objects. The term "uchidashi" translates to "hammered out," reflecting the method of working metal from the reverse side to achieve detailed relief on the front. The ultimate expression is three dimensional objects which stretch the limits of the material and showcase the extremities of the artisans skills.
