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Japanese Iron Kettle

Japanese Edo/Meiji Period Cast Iron Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin, 19th Century
Japanese Edo/Meiji Period Cast Iron Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin, 19th Century

Japanese Edo/Meiji Period Cast Iron Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin, 19th Century

Located in Studio City, CA

A large, heavy and uniquely shaped Japanese cast iron teapot tetsubin without top. Likely from late Edo/early Meiji Period. From a collection of Japanese antiques and artifacts. ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Iron

“Fanning the Fire” Japanese Tetsubin Kettle, c. 1924
“Fanning the Fire” Japanese Tetsubin Kettle, c. 1924

“Fanning the Fire” Japanese Tetsubin Kettle, c. 1924

Located in Chicago, IL

Known as tetsubin, the kettle’s cast-iron construction is said to change the quality of the water, making tea taste mellow and sweet.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Iron

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Japanese cast iron kettle
Japanese cast iron kettle

Japanese cast iron kettle, 1960s

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H 8.27 in W 8.27 in D 7.09 in

Japanese cast iron kettle

Located in London, GB

A 1960s Japanese iron kettle in a very rare, evenly oxidized finish.

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2010s More Art

Japanese Cast Iron Tea Kettle for Tea Ceremony, Chagama, 1950s
Japanese Cast Iron Tea Kettle for Tea Ceremony, Chagama, 1950s

Japanese Cast Iron Tea Kettle for Tea Ceremony, Chagama, 1950s

Located in Paris, FR

Japanese cast iron tea kettle (= Chagama) used in Japanese tea ceremony.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Dragonfly Motif
Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Dragonfly Motif

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Dragonfly Motif

Located in Monterey, CA

Meiji period circa 1890 to the Taisho period circa 1920. Tetsubin (鉄瓶) are Japanese cast-iron kettles with a pouring spout, a lid, and a handle crossing over the top, used for boil...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Oigen, Cast Iron Kettle, Tsuzumi
Oigen, Cast Iron Kettle, Tsuzumi

Oigen, Cast Iron Kettle, Tsuzumi

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H 10.5 in Dm 4.5 in

Oigen, Cast Iron Kettle, Tsuzumi

Located in New Milford, CT

Cast iron kettle Measures: 10.5” H x 7” L x 4.5” Ø Made in Japan The Oigen foundry is located in area that has been producing Nambu ironware for 900 years.

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Antique 1850s Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Kettle Japan Meiji Wood Grain Pattern Solid Handle
Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Kettle Japan Meiji Wood Grain Pattern Solid Handle

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Kettle Japan Meiji Wood Grain Pattern Solid Handle

Located in Monterey, CA

Meiji period circa 1890 to the Taisho period circa 1920. Tetsubin (鉄瓶) are Japanese cast-iron kettles with a pouring spout, a lid, and a handle crossing over the top, used for boil...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Ruyundo Ihada Texture Signed
Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Ruyundo Ihada Texture Signed

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Ruyundo Ihada Texture Signed

Located in Monterey, CA

Meiji period circa 1890 to the Taisho period circa 1920. Tetsubin (鉄瓶) are Japanese cast-iron kettles with a pouring spout, a lid, and a handle crossing over the top, used for boil...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Kettle Japan Meiji Floral Flower Motif Bas-Relief
Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Kettle Japan Meiji Floral Flower Motif Bas-Relief

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Kettle Japan Meiji Floral Flower Motif Bas-Relief

Located in Monterey, CA

Meiji period circa 1890 to the Taisho period circa 1920. Tetsubin (鉄瓶) are Japanese cast-iron kettles with a pouring spout, a lid, and a handle crossing over the top, used for boil...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Ruyundo Ihada Texture Signed
Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Ruyundo Ihada Texture Signed

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Ruyundo Ihada Texture Signed

Located in Monterey, CA

Meiji period circa 1890 to the Taisho period circa 1920. Tetsubin (鉄瓶) are Japanese cast-iron kettles with a pouring spout, a lid, and a handle crossing over the top, used for boil...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, Iron

19th Century Japanese Iron Kettle
19th Century Japanese Iron Kettle

19th Century Japanese Iron Kettle

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H 8 in W 8 in D 7 in

19th Century Japanese Iron Kettle

Located in Chicago, IL

A 19th century Japanese cart iron water kettle with spiral relief pattern and a bronze lid with brass gourd handle.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron, Bronze, Brass

Antique Japanese Kettle with Iron Tetsubin 1930s
Antique Japanese Kettle with Iron Tetsubin 1930s

Antique Japanese Kettle with Iron Tetsubin 1930s

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H 7.88 in W 7.29 in D 6.3 in

Antique Japanese Kettle with Iron Tetsubin 1930s

Located in Paris, FR

This kettle was made in 1930s, in Showa era. The iron kettles like this item are called 'Tetsubin' in Japan.

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

19th Century Japanese Water Kettle

19th Century Japanese Water Kettle

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H 7 in W 8 in D 8 in

19th Century Japanese Water Kettle

Located in Chicago, IL

A 19th century Japanese cast iron water kettle with a pine relief motif, and a copper and bronze lid.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron, Copper, Bronze

Japanese Meiji Cast Iron Floral Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin, Late 19th Century
Japanese Meiji Cast Iron Floral Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin, Late 19th Century

Japanese Meiji Cast Iron Floral Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin, Late 19th Century

Located in Studio City, CA

A fairly large, heavy, and uniquely shaped Japanese cast iron teapot tetsubin decorated with a floral pattern. Without top. Likely late 19th-early 20th century. From a collecti...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Ornate Floral Cast Iron Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin Late 19th Century
Japanese Ornate Floral Cast Iron Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin Late 19th Century

Japanese Ornate Floral Cast Iron Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin Late 19th Century

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderfully decorated with natural floral patterns, fairly heavy Japanese cast iron teapot tetsubin without top (perhaps designed this way). The pattern and design on the piece is ...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Kama for Tea Ceremony, Early 20th Century
Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Kama for Tea Ceremony, Early 20th Century

Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Kama for Tea Ceremony, Early 20th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Vintage Japanese cast iron Kama hot water kettle with a bronze lid for use in tea ceremony with a raised bamboo design.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot or Tetsubin
Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot or Tetsubin

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot or Tetsubin

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Tetsubin Japanese iron kettle in perfect antique condition.

Category

20th Century Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot or Tetsubin
Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot or Tetsubin

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot or Tetsubin

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H 5.5 in W 6.25 in D 5.5 in

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot or Tetsubin

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Tetsubin Japanese iron kettle in perfect antique condition.

Category

20th Century Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

"Iron Bamboo" Flared Japanese Tetsubin Kettle
"Iron Bamboo" Flared Japanese Tetsubin Kettle

"Iron Bamboo" Flared Japanese Tetsubin Kettle

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H 9.75 in W 6.25 in D 7.25 in

"Iron Bamboo" Flared Japanese Tetsubin Kettle

Located in Chicago, IL

Known as “tetsubin,” cast-iron kettles have been produced in Japan for centuries.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

1880 Meiji Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Tekki Kettle
1880 Meiji Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Tekki Kettle

1880 Meiji Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Tekki Kettle

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Crafted Through the Pouring of Iron into Clay or Sand Molds, the Kettle Boasts a Rustic Texture that Beautifully Contrasts its Distinctive Angular Shape.

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Antique 1880s Japanese Showa Pottery

Materials

Iron

Japanese Edo Period Iron Tetsubin Tea Pot Kettle with Turtle Motif Decoration
Japanese Edo Period Iron Tetsubin Tea Pot Kettle with Turtle Motif Decoration

Japanese Edo Period Iron Tetsubin Tea Pot Kettle with Turtle Motif Decoration

Located in Studio City, CA

This is a truly rare and uniquely decorated and designed Edo period tetsubin. The detail and craftsmanship are spectacular. We have not seen another work quite like it. There appe...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Japanese Sake Kettles, Meiji Period, circa 1900
Pair of Antique Japanese Sake Kettles, Meiji Period, circa 1900

Pair of Antique Japanese Sake Kettles, Meiji Period, circa 1900

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Pair of antique Japanese iron sake kettles with a Maki-e lacquer leaf decorated lid and silver finial, Meiji period, circa 1900.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Iron, Silver

Japanese Kettle
Japanese Kettle

Japanese Kettle

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H 11 in Dm 7.5 in

Japanese Kettle

Located in East Hampton, NY

Turn of the century Meiji period Japanese kettle on stand

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Pair of Japanese Iron & Lacquer Sake Kettles
Pair of Japanese Iron & Lacquer Sake Kettles

Pair of Japanese Iron & Lacquer Sake Kettles

Located in Seattle, WA

One pair of Japanese cast iron sake kettles. The sides embossed with Paulownia Crest motifs, the inset top with scrolling Paulownia floral motifs and Chrysanthemum flowers on the fix...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Iron, Silver

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji
Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji

Located in Monterey, CA

T Tetsubin (鉄瓶) are Japanese cast-iron kettles with a pouring spout, a lid, and a handle crossing over the top, used for boiling and pouring hot water for drinking purposes, such as...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Iron

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Kettle Japan Meiji Dragon Bas-Relief Signed
Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Kettle Japan Meiji Dragon Bas-Relief Signed

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Kettle Japan Meiji Dragon Bas-Relief Signed

Located in Monterey, CA

Meiji period circa 1890 to the Taisho period circa 1920. Tetsubin (鉄瓶) are Japanese cast-iron kettles with a pouring spout, a lid, and a handle crossing over the top, used for boil...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Signed Snow Pattern
Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Signed Snow Pattern

Tetsubin Iron Bronze Brown Water Kettle Japan Meiji Signed Snow Pattern

Located in Monterey, CA

Meiji period circa 1890 to the Taisho period circa 1920. Tetsubin (鉄瓶) are Japanese cast-iron kettles with a pouring spout, a lid, and a handle crossing over the top, used for boil...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique Japanese Tetsubin Signed Bronze and Cast Iron Tea Pot Kettle
Antique Japanese Tetsubin Signed Bronze and Cast Iron Tea Pot Kettle

Antique Japanese Tetsubin Signed Bronze and Cast Iron Tea Pot Kettle

Located in Atlanta, GA

Some information about tetsubin from wikipedia, "Tetsubin are Japanese cast-iron kettles with a pouring spout, a lid, and a handle crossing over the top, used for boiling and pouring...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Bronze

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Japanese Iron Kettle For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Japanese iron kettle you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Japanese iron kettle for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and bronze. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Japanese iron kettle — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each Japanese iron kettle bearing hallmarks is very popular.

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Prices for a Japanese iron kettle start at $374 and top out at $3,500 with the average selling for $963.