Striking and substantial hibachi sits on three legs. This is an Oribe piece that shows characteristics of other types of Mino pottery, particularly Seto ware. The Oribe geometric pattern and chrysanthemums are partially obscured by the heavy green glaze that slips down the pot. Small nick on one foot. Dates from the Meiji or Taisho period. Dimensions: ...click for details
The sea is implied both in the curled edges and in the grain on the side of this burl tray. It's for holding the tabako bon, or smoker's hibachi and accessories and was used in the tea ceremony. The bottom is lacquered; it's worn on the outside and chipped on the inside. Some small nicks to the patina of the burl. Dates from the Meiji period. Dimensions: ...click for details
Rustic tabako bon has handles that swing up, a copper insert for the coals and a bamboo cylinder with a cover. This would have been used by a smoker during tea ceremony and dates from the Meiji era, pre-1920. There are some scuffs on the wood and some missing shell pieces. We have two of these for sale separately, so please use the stock number when making an inquiry. Dimensions: ...click for details
Rustic tabako bon has handles that swing up, a copper insert for the coals and a bamboo cylinder with a cover. This would have been used by a smoker and dates from the Meiji era, pre-1920. There are some scuffs on the wood and some missing shell pieces. We have two of these for sale separately, so please use the stock number when making an inquiry. Dimensions: ...click for details
Gold and silver glimmer on this fine little hibachi pair. These are sized for guests, and would have been used in tea ceremonies. There's a slight difference in the sizes and shapes since they were hand-crafted. These are from the Meiji or early Taisho period, pre-1920. Dimensions: Height: 6-1/4" ...click for details
This is a delightful little hibachi with its pierced footrim and its mushroom handles. It was a smoker's accessory for the tea ceremony. They sell as a pair, but only one is pictured. Please inquire if you with photos of the second piece; it's quite comparable to the one shown. Dimensions: Height: 4-1/2" ...click for details
This tabako bon has a flat side, to sit next to a wall or the edge of the tray in a tea ceremony. It features a stunning bamboo-root ash pot that stores inside the larger piece. The water holder is also bamboo. All pieces have become dark and rich with age, dating from the Meiji period. Dimensions: Height: 5-1/4" ...click for details
Used in the tea ceremony, this tabako bon is made from an unusual woody shrub. It doesn't have growth rings, but the cross-section reveals whorls and fans. It appears to have been made from one piece, including the water pot. The copper inserted ash-pot is worn through around the bottom. This dates from Meiji or early Taisho, pre-1920. Dimensions: ...click for details
The globular shape of this chagama, or water-pot is fetching in its classic beauty. This is a special set, with the cast iron cut-out hibachi. There are old repairs to the water kettle, adding to its feel of authenticity and history. Meiji era, ca. 1900. The original boxes are included. Dimensions: Height: 12-1/2" ...click for details
Applied silver on the handle, a signature on the lid, and glyphic characters all around make an interesting and appealing teapot. The tetsubin is cast iron, the lid is bronze. Dates from the Meiji period, ca. 1900 Dimensions: Height: (Incl. handle) 8-3/4" click for details
