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- This rare Meiji hand warmer takes the charming form of a well-fed lucky hare
- Made of 99.9% pure silver, this extraordinary objects makes a monumental impact
- A marvelous centerpiece, this rabbit would have been used in the important tea ceremonies of nobles
- Still in mint condition and accompanied by its original box
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$39,850
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31-8790
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Description
This Meiji silver rabbit hand warmer is the rarest of treasures. Taking the charming form of a well-fed lucky hare, this extraordinary object makes a monumental impact in pure silver.
Meiji-era hand warmers are quite rare, as they were used in the important tea ceremonies of samurais and nobles. By adding a mixture of sand, fragrant wood chips and heated charcoals to the vessel’s interior, one could warm both their hands in the intimate spaces. . .
Meiji-era hand warmers are quite rare, as they were used in the important tea ceremonies of samurais and nobles. By adding a mixture of sand, fragrant wood chips and heated charcoals to the vessel’s interior, one could warm both their hands in the intimate spaces. . .
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This Meiji silver rabbit hand warmer is the rarest of treasures. Taking the charming form of a well-fed lucky hare, this extraordinary object makes a monumental impact in pure silver.
Meiji-era hand warmers are quite rare, as they were used in the important tea ceremonies of samurais and nobles. By adding a mixture of sand, fragrant wood chips and heated charcoals to the vessel’s interior, one could warm both their hands in the intimate spaces of tea rooms. This rabbit-shaped example is particularly special in its delightful design, inviting guests to warm their hands on the adorable creature’s sides.
As finely crafted as it is endearing, this rabbit hand warmer was expertly crafted with 99.9% pure silver. Sterling silver consists of 92.5% pure silver which is combined with alloys to reduce pliability. Only very heavy objects could be created in 99.9% pure silver as anything less would not stand the test of time. Still in mint condition and accompanied by its original box, this exceptional objet d’art can serve its original purpose as a magnificent hand warmer, or it could be used as a serving dish or great centerpiece.
Newly liberated from their obligation to produce the finest weaponry for the samurai class, the esteemed Meiji metal artisans were free to pursue creative endeavors with renewed vigor. This unique rabbit hand warmer, with its precious materials and innovative form, captures the zenith of artistic achievement during the illustrious Meiji period.
Circa 1890-1900
Signed Eizan in Japanese
8" high x 9" wide x 11 1/2" deep (20.32 x 22.86 x 29.21 cm)
Meiji-era hand warmers are quite rare, as they were used in the important tea ceremonies of samurais and nobles. By adding a mixture of sand, fragrant wood chips and heated charcoals to the vessel’s interior, one could warm both their hands in the intimate spaces of tea rooms. This rabbit-shaped example is particularly special in its delightful design, inviting guests to warm their hands on the adorable creature’s sides.
As finely crafted as it is endearing, this rabbit hand warmer was expertly crafted with 99.9% pure silver. Sterling silver consists of 92.5% pure silver which is combined with alloys to reduce pliability. Only very heavy objects could be created in 99.9% pure silver as anything less would not stand the test of time. Still in mint condition and accompanied by its original box, this exceptional objet d’art can serve its original purpose as a magnificent hand warmer, or it could be used as a serving dish or great centerpiece.
Newly liberated from their obligation to produce the finest weaponry for the samurai class, the esteemed Meiji metal artisans were free to pursue creative endeavors with renewed vigor. This unique rabbit hand warmer, with its precious materials and innovative form, captures the zenith of artistic achievement during the illustrious Meiji period.
Circa 1890-1900
Signed Eizan in Japanese
8" high x 9" wide x 11 1/2" deep (20.32 x 22.86 x 29.21 cm)
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Specifications
| Period: | 19th Century |
| Origin: | Asia |
| Type: | Other |
| Depth: | 11.5 in. (29.21 cm) |
| Width: | 9.0 in. (22.86 cm) |
| Height: | 8.0 in. (20.32 cm) |
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