Wrought Iron Mosquito Coil Holder - Square

Product Details

These elegantly shaped mosquito coil holders are made by Chika Shibazaki, a blacksmith who creates wrought iron objects in her small studio outside Tokyo. Each holder has a flat tip that fits perfectly in the center slit of the mosquito coil.

The base is hammered to create a textured surface. These mosquito coil holders are an excellent example of how superb craftsmanship creates beauty in everyday objects.

Specifications

• Hand forged iron with beeswax finish
• Approx. 1½" square (length of base) x 1⅝" (height)

 Who Makes It

Chika Shibazaki works from a converted old house by a railroad track. The small, dark studio is accentuated by a tall furnace. She creates practical and decorative objects small and large, with the aim of making iron wares for everyday use and enjoyment.