Kiri wood hibachi (hand warmer) with maki-e lacquerware, antique, retro

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This is a paulownia wood hibachi (hand warmer).

- The inside is fitted with a copper vessel.
- Features gorgeous patterns such as Momiji.
- This is an antique item classified as old folk craft or tea ceremony utensil.
- It is lightweight because it is made of paulownia wood.
It was used as a traditional Japanese heating appliance and tea ceremony utensil for warming by putting in ash and charcoal.
Nowadays, many people use it as a flower vase by putting water in the internal copper insert (the part that holds the ash), or incorporate it into their interior as a small item container or decorative bowl.
There are minor scratches and scuffs, but they add to its charm.