Item Description This is a Japanese Nanbu ironware (Nanbu tekki) cast-iron tea kettle, or chagama, paired with a three-legged brazier (furo) for tea use. The kettle has a hobnail (arare) pattern on its body and lid. The lid has a small faceted knob, and the kettle has two fixed lugs with brass-coloured rings. It sits on a broad, rounded brazier with three feet and two arched openings on opposite sides, and an inner ring stand is visible inside. The brazier is decorated in gilt-toned relief with a bird in flight among flowers, and a band of peony scrollwork runs around the shoulder. A cast seal mark is on the underside of the base. The underside of the lid bears an inscription meaning "In commemoration of retirement" (Tainin Kinen). This suggests the piece was made as a commemorative gift. Size Height: 16.5 cm Width: 18 cm Depth: 18 cm Weight 2527 g Condition Good, with no major damage visible. There are small spots of rust and paint wear on the lower body and around the edges of the openings, as shown in the photos. The relief decoration and hobnail pattern remain crisp. Additional Information Type: Chagama (tea kettle) with furo (brazier) Material: Cast iron with brass-coloured rings Origin: Japan, Nanbu ironware Marking: Cast seal mark on the underside of the base; inscription commemorating retirement on the underside of the lid Included: Kettle with lid and brazier as shown. The black display plate in the first photo is for presentation only and is not included. The item will be carefully packaged and shipped by Japan Post or DHL, depending on the situation. Due to the changes to the EU tax-free (VAT) system, Japan Post has become unable to ship certain goods valued at €150 or less to an increasing number of European countries. Depending on the destination and circumstances, the shipping method may therefore be changed from Japan Post to DHL. Delivery normally takes approximately 3 weeks, or up to 3 months if the item is shipped by sea. Please note that import duties, taxes, customs fees, and other charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. For customs clearance, your local customs office or delivery company may contact you by phone or email. To avoid any delays or the return of the parcel, please ensure that you can respond promptly to any such requests. If the parcel is returned due to an inability to contact you or complete customs clearance, additional shipping charges, which may be more than twice the original shipping cost, will apply for reshipment. Thank you for your kind understanding and cooperation. We will do our utmost to ensure that your item arrives safely and without any issues.