Antique Japanese Meiji Era c.1880 Ceramic Imari Hibachi Brazier w/ Cutout Handels 11” Scroll It is finished in the

It is finished in the original dark lacquer made up of over 10 coats of tinted urushi lacquer that has worn through in areas and the heavy patina from the centuries is clearly visible

3 & 4) written in blue glaze

the back of the plate reads Dai Nippon "Great Japan"The plate is made with high fired ceramics for lasting durability

In Japan he is often depicted in a red robe with no arms or legs

Antique Japanese Meiji Era c.1880 Ceramic Imari Hibachi Brazier w/ Cutout Handels 11” Scroll It is finished in theThis is a ceramic Imari blue and white hibachi. With cut out handles and stenciled Foo Dogs (Shi Shi in Japanese). In Japan a hibachi is considered an enclosure for fire, usually hot coals sitting on a bed of ash use to help heat small spaces, lite a pipe or warm water for tea. Height = 11" (28cm) Diameter = 7" (18cm) Inside diameter = Weight = 7lbs