Antique Japanese Cast Iron Kettle (Tetsubin) — 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-501)

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Kettle (Tetsubin) — 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-501)

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25M-501
$120.00
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Antique Japanese Cast Iron Kettle (Tetsubin) — 1920s, Taisho Era
A Compact Masterwork of Rustic Elegance and Timeless Utility

This antique Japanese tetsubin (cast iron kettle), dating to the 1920s Taisho Era, is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese metalwork in its purest form. Small in size but rich in character, this kettle features a gracefully arched handle, hand-forged spout, and a subtly embossed crest—echoing centuries of tea culture and craftsmanship.

Its dark patina and gently textured surface speak to decades of careful use and natural aging. The spout, shaped like an animal’s head, adds an expressive and rare detail, while the lid’s central ring and handle are both elegant and practical.

Originally used to boil water for tea, this kettle now makes a striking decorative accent in any wabi-sabi interior, zen tea nook, or vintage Japanese collection.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1920s, Taisho Period

  • Type: Tetsubin (cast iron kettle)

  • Material: Cast iron with aged patina

  • Color: Dark iron brown with natural oxidation

  • Dimensions: 5" Diameter x 5 1/2" Height (including handle), 5" Height without handle

  • Condition: Excellent antique condition with age-appropriate surface wear and oxidation

Perfect for collectors of Japanese tea ware, antique kettles, or anyone seeking a unique piece of Taisho-era craftsmanship.