Cast Iron Teapot. Japan Late 19th Century.

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Object description :

"Cast Iron Teapot. Japan Late 19th Century."

Small cast iron teapot. One side is decorated with lotus flowers, the other side is without any decoration. The spout is doubled in bronze, the handle is in copper as well as the lid which has a decoration of small rounds in light relief of different patina, perhaps formerly gilded. The grip button is in silver plated copper and shakudo. It is likely that this type of jug was also used for alcohol as specified on the invoice issued by the seller in Kyoto which dates it to 1850. Good condition, pours the tea well, without burrs. capacity 60cl. Height: 165mm. Width: 165mm.

Price: 500 €

Artist: Tetsubin
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition

Material: Wrought iron
Length: 165mm
Height: 165mm

Reference: 1082806