This piece features a modern design characterized by a sharp angle from the middle of the upper curve, with a rounded tip. The high-quality iron from the Onishi family has been cultivated over 200 years, resulting in a wonderful iron texture. The box is a "kyokubako" (a special box) by Onishi Jochō, with the inscription "鐵カマ釣 右元天明稔時代浄元作無紛者也 己卯初春日 御釜師 大西浄長" (Iron Kama-tsuri, Right Original, Tenmei Nen, Jogen's Work, No Mistakes, Year of Tsuchinoe-U, Early Spring Day, Okama Master Onishi Jochō) on the inside of the lid, dating it to 1939 (Showa 14), indicating that Jochō was 73 years old when he wrote the inscription. There were two Jogens in the family line, but since this is from the Tenmei era, it refers to the 9th generation Jogen. The overall condition is excellent, and it is ready for immediate use. Kyokubako (Special Box). Width: 23.6 cm (measured between the centers of the tips) Height: 17.7 cm (center top), 15.8 cm (center bottom) ≪Maker≫ ▢ Onishi Jogen (1749-1811) 9th generation of the Onishi family. Senke Jisshoku (Ten Masters of the Sen Family, including kama masters). After the 8th generation died young, Okudaira Sahei, a disciple of the 7th generation Jogen and from Shinshu Iida, was adopted and succeeded as the 9th generation in 1785 (Tenmei 5). He is known as "Sahei Jogen" to distinguish him from the older Jogen and Jogen. He produced works of high quality, equal to or surpassing the older Jogen. Both the texture and shape of his kama (tea ceremony kettles) are refined, and the shape of the kan (handles) fully reflects the characteristics of the Onishi family. Many of his works, including lids, knobs, and bases, are carefully considered. ≪Appraisal≫ ▢ Onishi Jochō (1866-1943) 13th generation of the Onishi family. Senke Jisshoku (kama master). The eldest son of Joten. His real name was Seiemon, his imina (personal name) was Takanobu, and his gō (art name) was Seiemon. He inherited the family business during a time of decline in the tea ceremony, and though he faced difficult times, he devoted himself to the revival of the tea ceremony in the late Meiji period. He left many collaborative works with Japanese painters, such as kama cast with sketches by Hashimoto Kansetsu and Yamamoto Shunkyo. Reflecting his serious and honest personality, his kama making also shows a straightforwardness. 【References】 Rakkan Kao Daijiten (Seal and Signature Dictionary) Tankosha Chadogu no Meiko/Sakka Meikan (Directory of Famous Craftsmen and Artists of Tea Utensils) Tankosha Chado Jiten (Tea Ceremony Dictionary) Tankosha #Why not have your own tea utensils? #Kamatsuri (Kettle Suspension) #Onishi Seiemon #Onishi Jogen #TeaCeremony #Kamatsuri (Kettle Suspension) #Tsurigama (Hanging Kettle) #SanSenke (Three Sen Families) #Omotesenke (Omote School of Tea Ceremony) #Urasenke (Ura School of Tea Ceremony) #Mushakojisenke (Mushakoji-senke School of Tea Ceremony) #Kamasari (Kettle Chain) #Dai-kan (Large Ring) #Kama-kan (Kettle Ring) #Kama-kan (Kettle Ring) #Sumidemae (Charcoal Procedure) #Chaji (Tea Gathering) #Kinko (Metalwork) #Chadogu (Tea Utensils) #Tetsu (Iron) #TeaCeremony #Kobijutsu (Antique Art) #Chashitsu (Tea Room) #Chakai (Tea Party) #Kyoto #Chanoyu (Tea Ceremony) #Bi (Beauty) #Art