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Japanese Tetsubin

Vintage Cast Iron Teapot with Hobnail Texture, Japanese Tetsubin Style - 2C31
Vintage Cast Iron Teapot with Hobnail Texture, Japanese Tetsubin Style - 2C31

Vintage Cast Iron Teapot with Hobnail Texture, Japanese Tetsubin Style - 2C31

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A vintage cast iron teapot executed in the traditional Japanese tetsubin style, featuring a classic hobnail (arare) surface pattern and a balanced, sculptural form.

Category

Vintage 1970s Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Tetsubin with Chrysanthemum Blossoms, c. 1900
Japanese Iron Tetsubin with Chrysanthemum Blossoms, c. 1900

Japanese Iron Tetsubin with Chrysanthemum Blossoms, c. 1900

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.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique Japanese Kettle with Iron Tetsubin : Calabash Design 1930s
Antique Japanese Kettle with Iron Tetsubin : Calabash Design 1930s

Antique Japanese Kettle with Iron Tetsubin : Calabash Design 1930s

Located in Paris, FR

The iron kettles like this item are called 'Tetsubin' in Japan. It can be put on the fire or an induction plate.

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

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.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Iron

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Modernist Japanese Tetsubin Low Iron Bowl, 1960s
Modernist Japanese Tetsubin Low Iron Bowl, 1960s

Modernist Japanese Tetsubin Low Iron Bowl, 1960s

Located in San Diego, CA

Modernist Japanese Tetsubin low iron bowl. Solid iron with a nice patina.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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

This Japanese Tetsubin has a signed Lid, Dragonfly Motif with Bronze Lid and Hollow Fukurobari Handle.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, 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

This Japanese Tetsubin has a wood Grain Pattern with Iron Lid and Solid Moku-Tsuru Iron Handle.

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

This Japanese Tetsubin has a signed Body, Ihada Texture with Bronze Lid and Solid Moku-Tsuru Handle.

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

This Japanese Tetsubin has a signed Lid, Ruybundo, Ihada Texture with Iron Lid and Hollow Fukurobari Handle.

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

This Japanese Tetsubin has a Floral Motif in Bas-Relief with Bronze Lid and Hollow Fukurobari Iron Handle.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Vintage Green Cast Iron Teapot, Japanese Tetsubin Style, Minimalist - 2C32
Vintage Green Cast Iron Teapot, Japanese Tetsubin Style, Minimalist - 2C32

Vintage Green Cast Iron Teapot, Japanese Tetsubin Style, Minimalist - 2C32

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A vintage cast iron teapot in the traditional Japanese tetsubin style, distinguished by its elegant ribbed surface and refined green patina.

Category

Vintage 1970s Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Japanese Tetsubin with Wado Kaichin Coin
Japanese Tetsubin with Wado Kaichin Coin

Japanese Tetsubin with Wado Kaichin Coin

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H 8.25 in W 7 in D 6.5 in

Japanese Tetsubin with Wado Kaichin Coin

Located in Chicago, IL

This tetsubin was cast with decorative coin motifs, including a large Wado Kaichin coin, the first coin minted by the Japanese government, c. 708.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Collection of Six Japanese Tetsubin/Sake Pots
Collection of Six Japanese Tetsubin/Sake Pots

Collection of Six Japanese Tetsubin/Sake Pots

Located in Chicago, IL

The Tetsubin have bronze lids, while the Sake pots have lacquered and painted lids.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Japanese Tetsubin with Peach Blossom and Fruit
Japanese Tetsubin with Peach Blossom and Fruit

Japanese Tetsubin with Peach Blossom and Fruit

Located in Chicago, IL

Decorated with flowering blossoms and fruit of the peach tree, this Japanese teapot was used to boil water for traditional tea ceremonies.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Tetsubin with Woven Texture, c. 1900
Japanese Tetsubin with Woven Texture, c. 1900

Japanese Tetsubin with Woven Texture, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Decorated with an irregular, textured surface, this Japanese teapot was used to boil water for traditional tea ceremonies.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Textured Japanese Tetsubin Teapot with Lotus Bud Knob, c. 1900
Textured Japanese Tetsubin Teapot with Lotus Bud Knob, c. 1900

Textured Japanese Tetsubin Teapot with Lotus Bud Knob, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Decorated with a dotted, textured surface and an elegant arched handle, this Japanese teapot was used to boil water for traditional tea ceremonies.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, 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

Pagoda Red Collection #: BTA049_5_5 Keywords: Asian, Japan, Japanese, tetsubin, kettle, pot

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron, Copper, Bronze

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

The iron kettles like this item are called 'Tetsubin' in Japan. It can be put on the fire or an induction plate.

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Tea Sets

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).

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Dot' 1980s
Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Dot' 1980s

Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Dot' 1980s

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H 5.12 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in

Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Dot' 1980s

Located in Paris, FR

The cast iron kettles like this item are called 'Tetsubin' in Japan. It can be put on the fire or an induction plate.

Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Dragonfly', 1960s
Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Dragonfly', 1960s

Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Dragonfly', 1960s

Located in Paris, FR

The cast iron kettles like this item are called 'Tetsubin' in Japan. It can be put on the fire or an induction plate.

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Hexagon' 1980s
Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Hexagon' 1980s

Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Hexagon' 1980s

Located in Paris, FR

The cast iron kettles like this item are called 'Tetsubin' in Japan. It can be put on the fire or an induction plate.

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Showa Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

Japanese Jugin Fine Silver Studded Hobnail Teapot, Meiji Period, c 1900
Japanese Jugin Fine Silver Studded Hobnail Teapot, Meiji Period, c 1900

Japanese Jugin Fine Silver Studded Hobnail Teapot, Meiji Period, c 1900

Located in Austin, TX

A large and fine Japanese pure silver (99%) "hobnail" tetsubin style teapot, late Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

"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

Early 20th Century Textured Japanese Tetsubin
Early 20th Century Textured Japanese Tetsubin

Early 20th Century Textured Japanese Tetsubin

Located in Chicago, IL

Decorated with an irregular, textured surface and an elegant, arched handle, this Japanese teapot was used to boil water for traditional tea ceremonies.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, 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

The kettle was made in 1924, during Japan’s Taisho period, a period that introduced concepts of modern Western design into traditional forms.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Japanese Tetsubin Tea Pot, Cast Iron and Brass, Meiji Period
Early 20th Century Japanese Tetsubin Tea Pot, Cast Iron and Brass, Meiji Period

Early 20th Century Japanese Tetsubin Tea Pot, Cast Iron and Brass, Meiji Period

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Meiji Tea Sets

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Teapot with Floral Relief Pattern
Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Teapot with Floral Relief Pattern

Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Teapot with Floral Relief Pattern

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This exquisite vintage Japanese cast iron Tetsubin teapot showcases a beautifully embossed floral relief pattern, embodying the elegance of traditional craftsmanship.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Rustic Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

Japanese Meiji Tetsubin with Sansui Landscape
Japanese Meiji Tetsubin with Sansui Landscape

Japanese Meiji Tetsubin with Sansui Landscape

Located in Chicago, IL

Decorated with an irregular, textured surface and an elegant, arched handle, this Japanese teapot was used to boil water for traditional tea ceremonies.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji 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

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

Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin with Poetic Landscape, c. 1900
Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin with Poetic Landscape, c. 1900

Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin with Poetic Landscape, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

With a short spout and an elegant, arched handle, this Japanese teapot was used to boil water for traditional tea ceremonies.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Tetsubin with Red Lacquer Lid, c. 1900
Japanese Iron Tetsubin with Red Lacquer Lid, c. 1900

Japanese Iron Tetsubin with Red Lacquer Lid, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Decorated with a dotted, textured surface and an elegant arched handle, this Japanese teapot was used to boil water for traditional tea ceremonies.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

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.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Fine Hand Cast Samurai HORSE Theme Tea Pot Tetsubin Immediately Useable
Japanese Fine Hand Cast Samurai HORSE Theme Tea Pot Tetsubin Immediately Useable

Japanese Fine Hand Cast Samurai HORSE Theme Tea Pot Tetsubin Immediately Useable

Located in South Burlington, VT

Here's a finely cast traditional iron teapot -tetsubin- with a deep relief samurai horse carving- an unusual and fine treasure from Japan.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Scholar's Objects

Materials

Iron

Tetsubin with Gilt Lacquered Top
Tetsubin with Gilt Lacquered Top

Tetsubin with Gilt Lacquered Top

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H 7 in W 8.5 in D 6 in

Tetsubin with Gilt Lacquered Top

Located in Chicago, IL

Chinese artisans often weave stories and symbolism into their furniture designs. This coffer has eight drawers because the Mandarin word for “eight” sounds likes the word for prosper...

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Materials

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Japanese Fine Hand Cast Crab and Shells Theme Tea Pot Tetsubin, Signed 1930s
Japanese Fine Hand Cast Crab and Shells Theme Tea Pot Tetsubin, Signed 1930s

Japanese Fine Hand Cast Crab and Shells Theme Tea Pot Tetsubin, Signed 1930s

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our most recent Japanese Kyoto Acquisitions Here's a finely cast traditional iron teapot-tetsubin-that depicts a usual crab and shell themed motif.

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Silver, Iron

Japanese Iron Teapot
Japanese Iron Teapot

Japanese Iron Teapot

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H 8.75 in W 8 in D 8 in

Japanese Iron Teapot

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a good example of an early to mid-20th century Japanese iron teapot. This Tetsubin or tea ceremony tea pot dates to the late Meiji or early Showa period and is in very good c...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Tea Sets

Materials

Iron

Japanese Lovely Hand-Painted "Tea Ceremony" Tea pot Hand Painted Scroll
Japanese Lovely Hand-Painted "Tea Ceremony" Tea pot Hand Painted Scroll

Japanese Lovely Hand-Painted "Tea Ceremony" Tea pot Hand Painted Scroll

Located in South Burlington, VT

Attractrive composition with narrow width ideal for smaller wall spaces. Japan, A fine hand painted "Tea ceremony" scroll worthy of your favourite room Hand painting on paper in so...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

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

This Japanese Tetsubin has silver inlay, Ihada texture with a bronze lid and a hollow Fukurobari iron handle.

Category

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

This Japanese Tetsubin has a Signed Lid, Swirling Dragon in Bas-Relief with Bronze Lid and Solid Moku-Tsuru Handle.

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

This Japanese Tetsubin has a signed Body, Fine Arare Hailstone Pattern with Bronze Lid and Hollow Fukurobari Iron Handle.

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

An antique Asian, probably Japanese in origin, cast iron and bronze Tetsubin.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Japanese Iron Tetsubin Teapot with Cloisonné Lid
Japanese Iron Tetsubin Teapot with Cloisonné Lid

Japanese Iron Tetsubin Teapot with Cloisonné Lid

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

This Japanese "tetsubin" teapot--decorated with an attractive uniform dotted surface, a cloisonné lid, and a graceful arched brass handle, was used to heat water for traditional tea ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Iron

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$3,850 / item

H 20 in W 22 in D 22 in

Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Zebra

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

This Forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding textur...

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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

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Zebra Hide

Müller Frères, Lunéville, "Anémones"  Art Nouveau Glass Lamp circa 1910
Müller Frères, Lunéville, "Anémones"  Art Nouveau Glass Lamp circa 1910

Müller Frères, Lunéville, "Anémones" Art Nouveau Glass Lamp circa 1910

By Muller Fres Luneville

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Muller Frères, Lunéville, “Anémones” Lamp Mushroom lamp in multi-layered glass with acid-etched and wheel-carved decoration of red and mauve magnolias in bloom on an opalescent backg...

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

1940s Japanese Iron Pagoda Candle Lantern, Hand-Crafted Japonisme
1940s Japanese Iron Pagoda Candle Lantern, Hand-Crafted Japonisme

1940s Japanese Iron Pagoda Candle Lantern, Hand-Crafted Japonisme

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Japanese iron pagoda garden candle lantern. Hand cast iron Japanese candle lantern with hearts on top. Can rest on table or hanged by loop Measures: Height to top of loop 13" top...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns

Materials

Iron

1920s-40s Japanese wabi sabi large low center table, display table or bench
1920s-40s Japanese wabi sabi large low center table, display table or bench

1920s-40s Japanese wabi sabi large low center table, display table or bench

$1,520Sale Price|20% Off

H 16.15 in W 67.33 in D 32.29 in

1920s-40s Japanese wabi sabi large low center table, display table or bench

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

* Shipping quote updated, July 6, 2026 New finds from an old elementary school in Ibaraki pref., Japan. This vintage low table - or bench, was manufactured circa 1920s to 40s (earl...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Center Tables

Materials

Cypress

1890-1930s Japanese antique large Mizuya tansu chest, wabi sabi shelf, primitive
1890-1930s Japanese antique large Mizuya tansu chest, wabi sabi shelf, primitive

1890-1930s Japanese antique large Mizuya tansu chest, wabi sabi shelf, primitive

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Japanese Antique Mizuya tansu chest / side board, From Kanto area, Japan. Made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1900s to 1930 (late Meiji to early Show...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine quality Japanese vase from the time of Emperor Meiji, 1868 to 1912. Of a baluster form with slightly lobed shoulders, the body is adorned with a finely detailed shaded cloison...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Metal

Modernist Japanese Iron Ikebana Planter, Japan, c.1955
Modernist Japanese Iron Ikebana Planter, Japan, c.1955

Modernist Japanese Iron Ikebana Planter, Japan, c.1955

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Mid Century Modern Ikebana Tripod Planter, Japan, c.1955.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Japanese Low Table, Wabi-sabi, 1920s, Japan
Japanese Low Table, Wabi-sabi, 1920s, Japan

Japanese Low Table, Wabi-sabi, 1920s, Japan

$2,800

H 13.98 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Japanese Low Table, Wabi-sabi, 1920s, Japan

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

The antique low table, that was crafted from old Japanese wood. The top panel has been roughly shaved and showcases various marks and scratches that tell a story of its history. It...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Exquisite Tiffany Studios Bronze & Leaded Glass "Feather" Table Lamp, Circa 1915
Exquisite Tiffany Studios Bronze & Leaded Glass "Feather" Table Lamp, Circa 1915

Exquisite Tiffany Studios Bronze & Leaded Glass "Feather" Table Lamp, Circa 1915

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Tarry Town, NY

This superb Tiffany Studios table lamp, dating to circa 1915, represents the height of American decorative artistry in the early twentieth century. With its refined conical leaded gl...

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Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Cast Stone, Bronze

Rare Italian Liberty Style/Art Nouveau Commode with Painted Wood Inlays
Rare Italian Liberty Style/Art Nouveau Commode with Painted Wood Inlays

Rare Italian Liberty Style/Art Nouveau Commode with Painted Wood Inlays

Located in Milano, IT

Rare commode in the style of Louis Majorelle with front and sides inlaid in painted wood. Two doors on the front that hide a cabinet with open compartments and small drawers in light...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Tapio Wirkkala Stainless Steel Puukko Knife with Leather Sheath Hackman Finland
Tapio Wirkkala Stainless Steel Puukko Knife with Leather Sheath Hackman Finland

Tapio Wirkkala Stainless Steel Puukko Knife with Leather Sheath Hackman Finland

By Tapio Wirkkala, Hackman

Located in London, GB

Tapio Wirkkala Puukko Knife by Hackman Finnish Design This vintage Puukko knife, designed by renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala and produced by Hackman in 1961, is a quintess...

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Edo-period Orange-Laced Samurai Suit
Edo-period Orange-Laced Samurai Suit

Edo-period Orange-Laced Samurai Suit

$188,500

H 97 in W 51.5 in D 40 in

Edo-period Orange-Laced Samurai Suit

Located in New Orleans, LA

For samurai warriors, the functionality of their armor was as vital as its striking beauty—both elements held equal importance. This orange-laced armor is one of the rarest and most ...

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Antique 18th Century Asian Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Copper, Iron

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