Japanese Tobacco Stand (Tabako-bon) – Meiji Period (1868–1912) Origin - Africa Carved horses protrude from the

Carved horses protrude from the top corners while carved flower buds emerge above the legs

He is also known as 'The Celestial Worthy of Numinous Treasure

this 19th-century bronze money box showcases the Dhokra Damar tribe's enduring lost-wax casting tradition

patina and surface marks consistent with age and use

Watching printers at work is truly captivating - the rhythm

Japanese Tobacco Stand (Tabako-bon) – Meiji Period (1868–1912) Origin - Africa Carved horses protrude from theThis late Meiji period Japanese tabako bon (smoking cabinet) is crafted from beautifully figured burr zelkova (keyaki) with finely hand forged white metal mounts. These elaborate smoking stands were a mark of refinement in Japanese homes, where they were used to present tobacco and smoking accessories to guests as an important gesture of hospitality. The upper section is fitted with its original copper ash receptacle or charcoal brazier, complete with