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Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105
Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105

Antique C1880 Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Nanbu Tekki T105

Antique Japanese Nanbu Tekki Cast Iron Kettle

This is a Japanese Nambu tekki cast iron kettle Tetsubin. A kettle with a handle and a spout was used for medicinal purposes in the 13th century, but it is said that it was named 'Tetsubin' and began to be used in tea ceremonies in the late Edo period. Efficacy: Boiling water in an iron kettle (Tetsubin) makes the water milder and tastier, as well as providing iron.

  • Japanese cast iron kettle, Yakan
  • Irori Yakan (used at the fireplace)
  • Nanbu tekki
  • Design: Arare
  • Lid and handle
  • Iron
  • Item weight: 2750 grams
  • Packed weight: 3750 grams
  • C1880
  • Approx. 22.5 cm long x 19.5 cm wide x 14 cm tall (handle down)
  • Good condition considering its age. Severe rust. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.

  • We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan

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