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A scarce Japanese hibachi (brazier) from the Meiji period (1868-1912), having a hardwood frame, likely elm wood, with decorative repousse …
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A scarce Japanese hibachi (brazier) from the Meiji period (1868-1912), having a hardwood frame, likely elm wood, with decorative repousse brass mounted corners, original patinated bronze bowl insert, fitted circular red and black lacquer lid embellished with ducks and lotus blossoms, rising on hand carved curved legs. Retaining partial remnants of paper labels to verso, one reads Japan, one with Japanese characters.
Provenance:
The estate of an iconic Houston Socialite who enjoyed a long career in modeling, both nationally and internationally. She loved and studied interior design and fashion, and was known for her pristine style. Acquisition: 2021 catalog, Austin Auction Gallery, Austin, Texas.
Condition:
This rare Asian antique is in excellent shape, exhibition quality, that presents splendidly, and features exquisite craftsmanship and detailing, with beautiful patina, warm, rich wood coloring and superb grain detail. Nicely aged, rustic, patinated bronze with scattered oxidation and verdigris patina.
Originally braziers were used to hold hot coal, functioning as a hand warmer, heat a room, cook food or warm water. Due to the level of decoration, this 19th century example was most likely used to heat a kettle during a traditional tea ceremony.
Today, it could be used as an end table, centre cocktail table, drinks stand, cachepot planter, or displayed as an interesting decorative object.
Dimensions: (approx)
9.5" High, 20.25" Wide, 20.25" Deep
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- Dimensions
- 20.25ʺW × 20.25ʺD × 9.5ʺH
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Bronze
- Elm
- Lacquer
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- This rare Asian antique is in excellent shape, exhibition quality, that presents splendidly, and features exquisite craftsmanship and detailing, with … moreThis rare Asian antique is in excellent shape, exhibition quality, that presents splendidly, and features exquisite craftsmanship and detailing, with beautiful patina, warm, rich wood coloring and superb grain detail. Nicely aged, rustic, patinated bronze with scattered oxidation and verdigris patina. less
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