A Japanese wood and gilt hibachi
Late 19th/early 20th century, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Marked with a single Japanese character, branded into wood
With a rounded wood body inlaid with gilt, abalone, and stone, depicting a bird amongst foliate motifs; lined with a metal insert
7.5" H x 10.25" Dia.

Overall fair to good condition with scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks, and separation at joints commensurate with age. Verdigris and oxidation to both the metal insert and the inlaid decoration. Losses of the inlaid materials scattered throughout. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.