Unusual cast iron trivet from Nambu in Japan which is famous for its high quality ironware that is long lasting and rust resistant. The trivet is cast in the shape of an owl, a centuries-old symbol for wisdom and fortune. The characters in the back read “Nambu number one”
7.875″ length 6″ wide 1.375 1.375″ high, 1 lb 8 oz, cast iron, Japan (Nambu), 20th century
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