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Japanese Ryubundo - Zo Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot RARE - Signed

$ 264

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Featured Refinements: Tetsubin
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Maker: Ryubundo
  • Condition: Good Condition! Note normal rust for this type of object. Also, note crack on left side of spout. Crack does not transition through right side.
  • Color: Black
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Primary Material: Iron
  • Age: 1850-1926
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

    Description

    A tetsubin (iron teapot for sencha) with beautiful crane flying towards sun.  Copper Bronze lid is signed.
    Meiji period to Taisho
    era
    (1868-1926)
    Cast in iron and finished with a rough surface
    Please note conditions.
    Signature reads,
    龍文堂造 - Ryūbundō-zō - Made by Ryūbundō
    Ryubundo is the company name of the famous Kyoto metalwork studio, founded by Ryubun (1732-1798) and continued by his adoptive son Shikata Yasunosuke (1786-1841), specializing in tetsubin.
    (spanning 8 generations)
    Dimensions:  10 3/4" inches Tall (handle up); 7 1/2" inches wide (measurements are approximate).