Thank you for looking. We are listing items that have been stored in our warehouse and items purchased at antique markets. We use AI-generated descriptions. Please judge the authenticity yourself from the images as a reference. 1. This beautiful tea kettle is a Shin-gata kettle with a Hamamatsu ji-mon (design) pattern, meticulously crafted by Jōsei Satō. This large-sized pot combines functionality as a tea utensil with a sophisticated design that also serves as an interior decoration. The interior is coated with a high-quality finish, allowing you to bring out the full flavor of your tea leaves. The wooden lid is designed to maintain temperature while preventing the aroma of the tea from escaping. This is an essential item for tea ceremony enthusiasts and a superb gift that will be greatly appreciated. As it is in beautiful condition, it holds high value as a collectible and can be enjoyed for many years to come. Antique pottery may have distortions, manufacturing defects (kiln cracks), or under-fired areas (crazing). These are common and are not specifically mentioned in the product descriptions. Please check the condition of the item carefully in the images before purchasing. Size W (Width) 25 cm H (Height) 19 cm Mouth 11.5 cm Please forgive any oversights in scratches due to amateur inspection. However, we strive to be as thorough as possible. Some items may be listed with dirt still attached. Other items have been lightly cleaned. We have set the prices lower accordingly. If you have any other questions, please contact us in the comments section. Due to the large number of items listed, there may be instances where we miss a response, but please comment again if that happens. NKK02684