Tetsubin Cast Iron Kettle and Brazier

Description:

TetsubinCast Iron Kettle and Brazier, Japan, 19th/20th century, kettle in compressed globular shape, with an alpha-shape handle and short spout, flat cover with a floral knob, ht. 8, dia. 6 3/8; the brazier bell-shaped, with two animal-head handles with loose rings, slightly domed cover with a floral bud-shape knob, ht. 7 3/4, dia. 8 3/8 in.
Estimate $300-500

in good condition with both knobs loosened from the cover and slightly off balance.


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