Antique Japanese Meiji Era Bronze Hibachi Brazier Shi-Shi Fu Dogs 10" Kokeshi because Edo period was a

because Edo period was a very peaceful period

Also known as a calligraphy chest as it housed an ink stone (suzuri)

The bucket held about 18 liters

The original kiri wood (paulownia) box is included and signed by the artist

and landscapes

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Bronze Hibachi Brazier Shi-Shi Fu Dogs 10" Kokeshi because Edo period was aThis is a bronze Hibachi Brazer from the early Meiji era (1868 1912). This one features a Fu Gog Shi Shi or a lion dog playing with a ball on a string. This symbolism of the Shi Shi with a ball represents protection of the world or guarding the outside gate. It also features roaring face handles as well. It sits on a thick wooden base to keep the weight distributed evenly over tatami flooring and to keep it from scorching the floor. This type of