Antique Japanese Meiji Era Bronze Hibachi Brazier Shi-Shi Fu Dogs 10" Kokeshi The original kiri wood (paulownia)

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

and landscapes

where he initially delved into the realm of oil painting

The neck carries a blue heart-scroll border

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Bronze Hibachi Brazier Shi-Shi Fu Dogs 10" Kokeshi The original kiri wood (paulownia)This 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