Kettle stand/burner (furo), smooth surfaced copper, formed to stand on three legs which are integral to the stand. Short neck with pierced curvilinear motifs. Lug handle at each side in shape of dragon's head with ring through. Quatrefoil aperture to one side and larger oval aperture opposite through which charcoal is inserted. 230 h x 330 w x 290 d.
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