A fine, late 19th Century Iron Tetsubin kettle with Bronze and Jade lid (Circa 1870)

Object Description

Japanese Meiji-era (1868-1912) metalware, this Iron Tetsubin of classical form and with Gold and Silver inlaid decoration of Red Crowned Cranes in a misty field.

The lid of the vessel made from Bronze, with a Jade handle and signed Ryubundo also with inlaid Silver depictions of Paulownia.

It is most likely the original lid. Tetsubin covers were often made of Bronze and by different artists who made the Iron bodies of the pots.

Object Condition

Offered in good condition as shown in photographs

Object Details