Unused, with bookmark and tags. Made by Kanazawa Kakusai (Chiyokichi), Nambu style, 20-type, Ubaguchi Arare, Nambu iron kettle, Nambu ironware. Dimensions: Height (including handle): 23 cm Width: 21.5 x 20 cm Opening: 14 cm Full capacity: Approximately 2 liters Weight: 2258g Chiyokichi Kanazawa (Kakusai) was born in Morioka on September 15, 1882 (Meiji 15). From a young age, he apprenticed with the Arisaka family, who were also the official casters of the Morioka domain, and learned the techniques of ironware production. At the young age of 21, he received a bronze prize at the Morioka Product Exhibition, and subsequently received a silver prize at the Iwate Prefecture Product Exhibition, a first prize at the Japan-British Exhibition, and a commendation at the Tokyo Sculpture Competition. Therefore, in 1915 (Taisho 4), he was commended by the Mayor of Morioka, and in 1919 (Taisho 8) by the Governor of Iwate Prefecture, for his excellent skills that served as a model for other technicians and for his guidance of younger generations. During the war, he worked to preserve traditional techniques as a regular member of the "Nambu Iron Kettle Technology Preservation Society," which was permitted to produce iron kettles to preserve traditional techniques. "…Despite his advanced age, he contributed to the development and promotion of the city's industry by serving as a caretaker and consultant in the industry, and by providing guidance and instruction to younger generations. His achievements are extremely remarkable." In 1955 (Showa 30), Kanazawa, at the age of 74, was selected as one of the first Morioka City Industrial Promotion Merit Award recipients along with Kaizo Shibauchi. The product has Kakusai's signature under the spout. Please forgive any slight errors as this is amateur measurement. Made in the Showa era, unused, long-term storage, with bookmark, two types of tags, and a Nambu ironware inspection certificate. It is a first-class item. The condition of the product inside and out is as new, so there are no problems (see each image). It is an old work made in the Showa era. Please consider that there may be slight scratches and iron marks due to aging and storage. It is a Nambu style with a good shape. The carefully carved arare (hailstone) pattern, combined with the mushikui (worm-eaten) and moyashi (the handle craftsman's taste), makes it an elegant piece. Individual perceptions of condition may vary, so please carefully review the description and images to make your judgment. There may be dirt, discoloration, dullness, scratches, and scuffs that are not apparent at first glance. If there is any discrepancy between the description and the product, the actual item will take precedence. Due to the nature of the product, returns and refunds are not accepted. Type: Tea ceremony utensils, iron kettle, Nambu iron kettle, Nambu ironware, cooking utensils, iron supplement Main material: Iron