Meiji eraThe small black-lacquered shrine (zushi) opening to reveal apolychrome painted wood figure of Kukai seated with a vajra andcrystal rosary; the next a two-section bronze usubata, the exteriorof the low bowl suspending a lappet band of archaistic design andfitted into a tripod stand raised on ‘reshi-wand’ supports; the last acopper-alloy hibachi with a waisted pedestal foot and animal-maskhandles, the rounded sides cast with figural medallions of Chinesesages (surface wear, corrosion).7, 6 5/8 and 9 1/2in (18, 16.7 and 23.9cm) high