Vintage Japanese Tokoname Terracotta Hibachi Hand Warmer Flying Angel Mt Fuji 9\" For Sale

Up for sale is a beautiful and highly detailed vintage Japanese Tokoname ware terracotta red clay brazier/hand warmer (hibachi). Sculpted to resemble a traditional Asian garden stool or barrel drum, it features intricate hand-carved relief work highlighted with dark slip accents.One side showcases a graceful flying celestial Buddhist goddess/angel (Tennin) floating amidst stylized clouds, with a towering image of Mount Fuji in the background. The top rim features matching pine tree motifs surrounding a removable, heavy unglazed clay vented lid with two circular air holes. Looking down inside the firing chamber reveals a distinctive raised Yin-Yang symbol molded directly into the base floor.A truly magnificent cultural display piece for collectors of Japanese pottery, Asian art, or vintage home decor.Condition
Greatt vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or restorations. The unglazed red clay retains a beautiful matte, earthy texture with very light handling marks, surface dust inside the basin, and minimal shelf wear on the bottom base consistent with age. Please review all high-resolution photos to inspect the exact condition and carved details.