Ancient cast iron tetsubin – Japan, around 1900

Ancient cast iron tetsubin from Japan. It is a tetsubin, the Japanese cast iron kettle used for boiling water, from the Meiji period. Tetsubin were used in Japan to boil tea water. With a low body, it is decorated with small raised circles on the upper part and has a smooth base. The lid features a conical knob and the iron handle is movable. The interior contains a metal filter. The cast iron has a dark, matte patina. On a shelf or tea table, it adds a piece of cast iron from everyday Japanese use. Details Dimensions: Length 14 cm – Depth 13 cm – Height 8 cm Style: Meiji period Materials and techniques: Cast iron Place of origin: Japan Period: Meiji period Date of manufacture: Around 1900 Condition / Observations: Cast iron with a dark patina from use. An antique piece, with wear and patina characteristic of its age, which are part of its character. The photographs are part of the description and the dating ("around") is an estimate. This piece is part of the collection of Amaru Antiques, Barcelona. UNIQUE PIECE