Japanese mingei folk art wood friction lock, yokogi, from an adjustable pot hook assembly jizaikagi, in the shape of two interlocking fans. By adjusting the amount of rope which passed through the hole in the yokogi, one could adjust the height of the hook above the irori, or sunken hearth fire. The fan is a symbol of opening possibilities and expanding futures. The yokogi with dark patina and heavy incrustations from years of exposure to the hearth's smoke. Meiji Period (1868-1912) 16" x 9" x 3" thick
