A great, heavy cast iron chagama 茶釜 (iron tea kettle) and dome-shaped bronze furo 風炉 (portable brazier to boil water for tea). The chagama completed with a bronze lid with an open kiku-shaped 菊 (chrysanthemum) knob. On the sides there are two subtle stylized dragon-shaped open ears. The kettle part is resting on the rim of the stove, carried by three short tapered feet. This rim is decorated with a lovely open worked design of dots and petals. The furo has two openings, which are positioned opposite of each other, both in the shape of a Buddhist flame. The furo has a nice warm brown patina. Including original wooden tomobako 供箱 (storage box) with inscription and signature in ink. Approx. size: Total height 32 cm, Diameter 29 cm. Period: Japan – Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century). The chagama and furo are in a very good condition with only minor traces of age and wear. Please look at the photos for a condition reference. The kettle has been tested to see if it leaks, but there no leakage.