Large Antique Japanese Natural Form Burr Wood'Tabako-bon' Holder. 19th Century

Stunning antique Japanese scholar's object made out of solid burr wood with beautiful surface texture and dark patina. Originally designed to hold smoking implements of traditional'Tabako bon' set: hi'ire - container for lit charcoal and haifuki - tall container or a piece of bamboo for used tobacco ash. Could be also used for calligraphy brush pots or as a display stand for other scholar's objects. Apocryphal Chinese four-character'Da Qing Qian Long' mark carved to the base.

In very good antique condition with minor surface marks consistent with age and usage. Complete condition report is available upon request. Dimensions Width: 26 cm Height: 12 cm. Openings measure 11.5 and 4 cm in diameter. Origin: Japan Date of production: 19th century, Meiji period Material: burr (burl) wood. This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Japanese\Other Japanese". The seller is "oriental-antiques-uk" and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped to all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, United States.

Region of Origin: Japanese
Country of Origin: Japan
Product: Stand
Age: 1850-1899
Primary Material: Wood/ Woodenware
Antique: Yes
Sub-Type: Tabako bon
Original/Repro: Original