Vintage Japanese Kettle — Copper (SKU: 25D-148-1) -

Vintage Japanese "French Style" Copper Kettle - 1950s Showa Era (25D-148-1)

SKU:
25D-148-1
$110.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 7" Diameter x 17"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese "French Style" Kettle, Copper, 1950s, Showa Era (SKU 25D-148-1)

Showa-era tall copper tetsubin-style kettle with graceful handle and domed lid

This striking vintage Japanese copper kettle features an unusually tall cylindrical body, a gently swelling spout, and a high swing handle that recalls classic tetsubin silhouettes. The warm reddish-brown patina, punctuated by hints of verdigris and a contrasting brass finial, speaks to decades of careful use in a traditional kitchen or tearoom.

The interior is tin-lined, typical of mid-20th century Showa craftsmanship, making it suitable historically as a practical water or hot-water pot. Today it serves beautifully as a sculptural accent for a wabi-sabi interior, a tea ceremony display piece, or a characterful vase for seasonal branches and flowers.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period, mid-20th century (circa 1950s)
  • Material: Copper with tin-lined interior and brass lid finial
  • Use: Traditional hot-water kettle or decorative display piece for tea ceremony or interior styling
  • Features: Tall cylindrical form; swing handle riveted to body; domed lid with turned brass knob; hand-formed spout; rich aged patina with areas of verdigris and surface wear consistent with vintage use
  • Dimensions: 7" Diameter x 17"H
  • Condition: Vintage condition with visible patina, small dents, scratches, and oxidation; structurally sound

A characterful Showa copper kettle that brings authentic Japanese warmth and patina to any collection or 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 17"H