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Japanese Parcel Gilt Copper Hibachi, Edo Period, 18th Century, Japan

$2,800
£2,140.75
€2,465.71
CA$3,923.66
A$4,380.40
CHF 2,295.26
MX$53,620.34
NOK 29,149.84
SEK 27,484.60
DKK 18,401.85
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A sublime Japanese parcel gilt copper hand warmer, hibachi, with chrysanthemum design, Edo Period, 18th century, Japan. The hand warmer, called a hibachi, formed as a squat cylindrical vessel with two ears supporting a graceful bail handle over a wide mouth topped by a pierced cover. The hibachi of hammered copper with a scattered design of carved chrysanthemum blossoms. A wide, flowing band of parcel gilding highlights the carved flowers, reminiscent of Rinpa school paintings. The cover with a large quatrefoil opening and a pierced geometric design of stylized flowers. Crafted of hammered copper with a large swath of parcel gilding. The copper with a gorgeous dark patina with a buttery feel. The interior of the hibachi and cover blackened and with signs of heavy use. The hibachi would have been filled with sand or ash, with charcoal embers placed on top to provide radiating heat. The bail handle on this one would allow it to be carried from room to room with ease.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Etched,Gilt,Hammered,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. The gilding faded, especially to the cover. A dent and small puncture to the bottom edge. The interior with signs of heavy use. Please see photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU894727647822

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