VINTAGE JAPANESE SHOWA ERA HIBACHI BRAZIER MT. FUJI SCENIC SILVER/GOLD INLAY

Description

This is a vintage  Japanese
hibachi
brazier made of an aluminum alloy. This hibachi wa
s used over 70 ago as a space heater.
It has a carved and silver and gold fusion design of a mt. Fuji scenic.
This hibachi
would have been half filled with ash and charcoal placed in the center
.   It has fierce foo dog (shishi) handles on both sides (see picture 6) used to move it even when warm with charcoal.  The shishi or foo dog was a mythical animal half dog and half lion with the spunk of both.  It was the guardian of the spirit world and protected mankind.
It has a zelkova wood base to protect the tatami floors on which it was once used (see pictures 10 & 11).
It
measures 17" wide not including handles by 10 1/4" tall (43 x 26 cm)
. Having been used lovingly, with exception of a an aged patina and some minor scratches scratches as well as minor signs of past use, this brazier remains in
very good condition
.
You'll love it, I guarantee it
.........If you purchase this item and are not completely delighted with it, you may return it for a no questions asked refund within 30 days
of receipt.
Sailerking
and the
Shogun's Gallery of Portland, Oregon
have been in the Japanese antique business for over 38 years, and highly value our customers. Satisfaction Guarantee: All items are carefully described and photographed. If not completely delighted with any item it may be returned in original condition for refund of purchase price, less actual shipping cost. Most items listed are antiques, and as such may have an expected amount of wear from normal use. We do not sell items with major flaws without mentioning it in the listing. See photos and descriptions for condition. Returns must be shipped back within 30 days of receipt. Buyer assumes all shipping fees. If you have specific questions about the item or condition, please feel free to ask before bidding and we will make every effort to respond promptly. International buyers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, etc. imposed by the buyer's home country.