Tabakobon

This is a beautiful antique Japanese Tabakobon - a tray box that is used to store tobacco and smoking accessories.  These have been used in Japan since the late Meiji/early Taishō period.  They were used in households and formal occasions like tea ceremonies. 
 
The ceramic pot (hibachi) is used to hold the lit charcoal for lighting the pipe. The brass container would have been used as an ashtray or to hold water to extinguish the pipes. 
 
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Measurements:
Box: 7x7x3in  / 18x18x8cm
Brass Container: 4x3.2in / 9.5x8cm
 
Weight: 1lbs / 900 grams
 
Condition: Good  
Slight crack in the wood of the box. Patina evident on the brass container. Please see additional images.
 
All items come directly from Japan and are carefully gift wrapped.