Large 19th C. Japanese Edo Wood Jizaigake Hearth Hook
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East Asia, Japan, Edo to Meiji Period, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A massive ceiling hook known as a jizaigake, made of a lovely cherry wood with a fiber cord. The hanger would be suspended from a sturdy beam over a hearth and a metal hook or chain would suspend a pot from the hanger. The wood has developed a wonderful patina; note the wear and fissures on the hanger from use! The fishhook shape was an intentional nod to Ebisu, one of the Seven Gods of Good Fortune, patron to fishermen, and symbol of abundance, especially regarding seafood. Size: 14" W x 31" H (35.6 cm x 78.7 cm)
Lucite stand for photography purposes only.
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Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex M. Kobiashi collection, Hawaii, USA, 1960 to 2000
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#164506
Lucite stand for photography purposes only.
This piece has been searched against the Art Loss Register database and has been cleared. The Art Loss Register maintains the world’s largest database of stolen art, collectibles, and antiques.
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex M. Kobiashi collection, Hawaii, USA, 1960 to 2000
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#164506
Condition
Three large stable pressure fissures running vertically as shown. Age and use commensurate surface scratches and abrasions. Active flaking and fraying of fiber cord. Modern metal wire twisted around cord. Nice patina to wood.
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Large 19th C. Japanese Edo Wood Jizaigake Hearth Hook
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