Japanese Wood Carved Tai Sea Bream Fish Jizaikagi Yokogi Hearth Hook WO541 Glass Akiyama was known for his

Akiyama was known for his humorous and powerful depictions of animals and folklore themes

This is a unique set of 9 vintage wooden serving plates or flat trays (Oshiki)

The artist's mark is impressed on the unglazed base

The detailed carving of the carp

Depth: 19 cm / approx

Japanese Wood Carved Tai Sea Bream Fish Jizaikagi Yokogi Hearth Hook WO541 Glass Akiyama was known for hisJapanese Wood Carved Tai Sea Bream Fish Jizaikagi Yokogi Hearth Hook This is a Japanese wooden crossbar (yokogi) for a traditional hearth hook (jizaikagi), hand carved in the shape of a Tai (sea bream) fish. It is a functional piece of Japanese folk art (Mingei) historically used in farmhouse kitchens. The piece is carved from wood with a dark, matte aged finish and features detailed scales, fins, and a prominent eye. It comes with an attached iron