編號 99663964

水壶 - 日本 - 明治時期(1868-1912)
編號 99663964

水壶 - 日本 - 明治時期(1868-1912)
Title
Rare Small Japanese Tetsubin with Chinese Blue & White Nanking Ware Lid – Edo/Meiji – Original Box
Description (English)
A rare small-size Japanese iron kettle (tetsubin) paired with a Chinese blue & white Nanking ware porcelain lid.
This compact form is significantly smaller than standard tetsubin, indicating a special purpose such as personal tea use, travel, or display within a tea room.
Such small examples are seldom encountered on the market and highly desirable among collectors.
The iron body shows an appealing rustic patina with wabi-sabi character, while the contrasting porcelain lid adds elegant refinement.
The kettle comes with its original wooden box, whose lid is inscribed “Nanking-lid Choshi” (南京蓋銚子), confirming the set’s intended combination since early times — a strong point of authenticity and collectability.
Condition:
Age-related wear including rust, small dents, and surface irregularities.
The porcelain lid has a visible hairline crack (please refer to photos).
No signs of repair.
Dimensions (approx.):
• Diameter: 13 cm
• Height: 12.5 cm
• Weight: 107 g
A charming and hard-to-find small tetsubin — ideal for collectors of unique tea utensils and mixed cultural pieces.
Shipping
Carefully packed and shipped with tracking.
International delivery available.
Provenance
Japanese private collection.
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Mixed culture influence: Japanese tea tradition combined with late Qing blue & white export porcelain.
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