Vintage Japanese Matchstick Disposal Jar for Buddhist Altar
This item is a vintage porcelain matchstick extinguisher jar (hikeshi) made for use as an altar fitting in a Japanese Buddhist altar.
It is a tool that can safely extinguish a fire by inserting a used matchstick into the hole in the lid. It has a light blue glaze with a small round lid. It has a lotus flower petal motif at the bottom and little decorative handles on the sides.
- Blue, white
- Porcelain
- C1970
- Item weight: 128 grams
- Packed weight: 328 grams
- Approx. 7 cm long x 8 cm wide x 8 cm tall
- Good condition. Soot residue. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- Acquired at an estate sale of an old Japanese family in Nagoya, Japan
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