Antique Japanese Kettle — Copper (SKU: 25D-073) -

Antique Japanese Copper Kettle - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-073)

SKU:
25D-073
$300.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 7" Diameter x 6 1/2"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Antique Japanese Kettle, Copper, 1920s (SKU 25D-073)

Hand-hammered Taishō-era copper kettle with rich, timeworn patina

This antique Japanese copper kettle, or yakan, showcases the quiet elegance of early 20th-century metalwork. The rounded body is banded with fine, horizontal hammer marks that catch the light, while the upper section has been left smoother, creating a subtle contrast between texture and sheen. A gracefully arched handle and simple disc lid complete the understated silhouette, all unified by a deep, chocolate-brown patina developed over decades of use.

Likely dating to the 1920s Taishō era, this piece would originally have been used over a charcoal brazier to keep water ready for tea or daily cooking. Today it serves beautifully as a display object for a chashitsu (tea room), tokonoma alcove, or wabi-sabi inspired interior. Areas of verdigris, small dings, and a loss to the lid knob speak to its long life and add authentic character that collectors of Japanese antiques especially prize.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Taishō period (c. 1920s)
  • Material: Copper
  • Use: Traditional water kettle (yakan) for hearth or tea preparation; now best suited for decorative display
  • Features: Hand-hammered lower body; arched fixed handle; fitted copper lid; warm aged patina with verdigris highlights; visible wear and hole to lid knob enhancing wabi-sabi character
  • Dimensions: 7" Diameter x 6 1/2"H
  • Condition: Vintage patina with dents, surface marks, verdigris, and a notable hole in the lid knob; sold as a decorative antique rather than for food use

A soulful Taishō-era copper kettle that brings authentic Japanese warmth and history to any curated space.

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.

Additional Information
size:
7" Diameter x 6 1/2"H