A Rare Pair of Iron Tetsubin, Teapots, Japan, Edo Period, 18th/19th Century

Lot #232 - A Rare Pair of Iron Tetsubin, Teapots, Japan, Edo Period, 18th/19th Century

Auction House:

Theodore Bruce
Sale Name:

Art | Asian | Jewels
Sale Date:

09 Apr 2017 ~ 11am
Lot #:

232
Lot Description:

A Rare Pair of Iron Tetsubin, Teapots, Japan, Edo Period, 18th/19th Century
trough shaped spouts, the tea pot handles have a carved & molded decoration, the lids with a great wave & water wheel in gold on a black lacquer ground, a circular foundry mark to base, a paulownia wood storage box [3]
H 18, L 20 cm
Provenance:

The Collection of a former Australian Diplomat
Notes:

Ceremonial matching kettles were often used for sake at wedding celebrations.
Estimate:

A$400 - 600
Realised Price:

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Category:

Oriental

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