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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Tea Articles: Pre 1910: Item # 1260049

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Zentner Collection
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5757 Horton Street
Emeryville, CA 94608
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Beautiful Antique Japanese tea kettle. Made in iron, there are vertical striations down the sides of kettle overlayed with bunches of grapes and vines, as well as flying birds. The guard shape of the kettle and handle symbolizes the seasonal autumn months and harvest. The kettle lid models a bronze red two toned beautifully lacquered glazing. Flower like details in bronze circle the top of lid. Inscription inside lid reads Ryubundo, the noted studio produced iron tea kettles. From Meiji period. (1860-1912) Dimensions: Height 5.5 in. X 8 in. wide