THE SARCOPHAGUS
Incense burner

Year: 2023
Medium: Industrial Design
Scope: 3D Design, Animation
Material: Concrete



Sarcophagus / n. — a stone coffin, typically displayed above ground.

A concrete incense burner that refines and expands on the classic wooden coffin box design. Like its predecessor, it features internal incense storage and a vented lid to control burn rate. The Sarcophagus expands on the original by adding an ash release chute for easier cleaning. The inside is fully smooth with no corners for ash to gather. 

Durable, functional, and literal.
Cast in stone.




Incense Burner:Pros:Cons:


Case Study: Stick Incense Holder

Simple
Ash makes a mess
No storage
No lid



Case Study: Coffin Incense Burner

No mess
Incense storage below
Removable lid
Difficult to clean



Response: Sarcophagus Incense Burner

No mess
Incense storage below
Removable lid
Easy interior cleanup



Design Iterations

KITO© 02026—231—21