Ryubundo (龍文堂) - Ryubundo (龍文堂) - 茶壶 - 铸铁, 铜, 黄铜 - 菊花形裂片状形式，带有

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Tea Kettle — Signed Ryubundo 龍文堂 — Meiji Era, Kyoto

【Item Details】

Maker: Ryubundo (龍文堂) — Signature engraved on interior of copper lid
制造者：Ryubundo（龍文堂）— 铜盖内面铭刻签名
Origin: Kyoto, Japan
产地：日本京都
Period: Meiji Era (late 19th – early 20th century)
时期：明治时代（19世纪晚期—20世纪初）
Material: Cast iron body / Copper lid / Brass openwork finial
材质：铸铁本体 / 铜盖 / 黄铜镂空球形饰件

【Measurements】

Height (with handle): approx. 20 cm
高度（带把手）：约20厘米
Width (body): approx. 17 cm
体宽：约17厘米
Lid diameter: approx. 9 cm
盖直径：约9厘米
Weight: approx. 1,500 g
重量：约1500克

【Features】
This tetsubin presents the distinctive ume (plum blossom) shaped body — a refined form associated with Kyoto's finest iron kettle tradition. The lobed silhouette gives the piece an elegant, sculptural quality rarely seen in standard cylindrical forms.
此铁壶呈现独特的梅花形体 — 与京都最具铁壶传统相关的精致形态。多瓣轮廓赋予此件优雅的雕塑感，往往在常规圆柱形器物中罕见。
The copper flat lid is fitted with an ornate brass openwork ball finial, featuring a chrysanthemum disc at center, mounted on a cast lotus-petal base. This type of decorative finial is a hallmark of high-quality Kyoto iron kettle craftsmanship from the Meiji period.
铜质平盖上装饰有华美的黄铜镂空球形钮，中央嵌有菊花圆盘，底座为铸制莲花瓣。此类装饰钮是明治时期京都高质量铁壶工艺的标志。
The Ryubundo signature is clearly engraved on the interior of the lid — one of the most important authentication markers for serious collectors. Ryubundo (龍文堂), founded in the Edo period and based in Kyoto, is widely regarded as one of Japan's most prestigious tetsubin workshops. Authentic signed pieces are increasingly rare on the international market and are actively sought by collectors across Europe and North America.
Ryubundo 签名清晰地刻在盖内侧——是严肃收藏家最重要的鉴定标记之一。Ryubundo（龍文堂）创立于江户时期，基地在京都，被广泛认为是日本最负盛名的铁壶工作室之一。正品带签的作品在国际市场日渐稀少，受到欧洲和北美收藏家积极追捧。
The exterior surface retains its original sand-cast iron texture with a deep, naturally aged patina — the kind of surface quality that only develops over more than a century of use and rest.
外部表面保持原始砂铸铁纹理，呈现深沉、自然老化的包浆——这种表面品质只有经过一百多年使用与安放才会形成。

【Condition】
状况

Overall: Fair to Good antique condition
总体：尚可至良好之 Antique 状况
Exterior: Heavy aged patina with areas of surface rust, particularly along the lobed ridges. Original cast texture partially worn, consistent with age and use.
外部：厚重的老化包浆，局部有表面锈迹，尤以多瓣脊沿为甚。原始铸造纹理部分磨损，与年龄和使用一致。
Interior: Significant red rust and mineral deposits throughout — consistent with long-term storage. No leaks confirmed.
内部：普遍存在明显的红锈和矿物沉积 — 与长期存放相符。未发现漏水。
Spout: Rust present inside; structurally intact.
壶嘴：内部有锈迹；结构完好。
Handle: Sturdy iron bail handle, no cracks or breaks.
提手：结实的铁质提把，无裂纹或断裂。
Lid: Copper lid in good overall condition with minor scratches from use. Brass finial intact.
盖子：铜盖总体状况良好，带有使用痕迹的小划痕。黄铜钮完好。
Recommended for display or careful decorative use.
推荐用于展示或小心装饰性使用。

【Shipping】
运输

Ships from Kyoto, Japan via EMS (Japan Post)
从日本京都通过 EMS（日本邮政）发货
Carefully wrapped and double-boxed for safe international delivery
为安全国际运输，谨慎包装并双箱
Usually ships within 3 business days of payment
通常在付款后3个工作日内发货

【Note】
注意

This is a genuine antique item. Minor wear, patina, and surface rust are an inherent part of its age and authenticity. Please review all photographs carefully before purchasing. All sales are final.
这是一件真正的古董。微小的磨损、包浆和表面生锈是其年龄与真实性的固有部分。购买前请仔细查看所有照片。所有销售均为最终。
Japan Rare Archive, Kyoto
京都日本珍稀档案