Antique Daikoku Jizai Kagi, Kettle Hook, Edo Period, Japan.

Dimensions: height 36.5 cm, width 31.5 cm, depth 13.5 cm. Weight: 3 kg.

The hand-carved wood has acquired a lovely aged patina.

This authentic wooden piece is a true eye-catcher and a distinctive Japanese interior accent.

A Daikoku Jizai Kagi is an adjustable hook traditionally used to hang pots and kettles above an open hearth (irori) for cooking.