Vintage Japanese Iron Kettle - 1930s Showa Era (25D-452-1)

Vintage Japanese Kettle, Iron, Showa Era (SKU 25D-452-1)

Rustic Showa-era tetsubin with hammered texture and fern-like relief

This compact vintage Japanese iron kettle, or tetsubin, showcases the quiet strength of Showa-period metalwork. The cylindrical body flares gently at the base, resting on a rounded foot that recalls traditional hearth kettles used over the irori. A forged swing handle arches gracefully above the lid, its surface left intentionally irregular to celebrate the hand of the maker.

The richly patinated iron is animated by a subtle all-over hammered texture and vertical fern-like motifs in low relief, giving the piece a natural, wabi-sabi presence. Whether displayed in a chashitsu tea room or used as an accent in a contemporary interior, this vintage Japanese iron kettle brings an authentic sense of age, warmth, and craftsmanship to any setting.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period (circa 20th century)
• Material: Cast iron
• Use: Traditional water kettle for tea or decorative display
• Features: Swing handle, textured surface, fern-like relief pattern, domed footed base, original fitted lid with sculpted finial
• Dimensions: 6" Diameter x 9"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate patina and minor surface wear

A characterful Showa-era tetsubin for collectors of Japanese tea ware and refined wabi-sabi interiors.

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.