Nambu Tekki (Southern Ironware) Iron Kettle, Vermilion Tray, and Matcha Bowls - 5-Piece Set ◯ Introduction Photos 1-2 ・Thank you for viewing. ・I am offering a mini tea ceremony/sake set. ・The iron kettle can be used for both tea and otoso (ceremonial sake). Photos 3 and onwards ● Features and Sizes of the Items ◯ Nambu Tekki Iron Kettle, Plum and Longevity ・Purchased from an antique shop in Taiwan. ・Made in Japan, manufactured from the late Edo period to the Meiji period. ・For reference, many Japanese people lived in Taiwan under Japanese rule (Meiji period to the end of the war), so many fine Japanese antiques remain. ・Due to the nature of Nambu Tekki, there are rust and age-related discoloration in places, and the artist's mark is particularly worn, giving it an antique feel. ・Size/Weight: Approximately 740g, Diameter approx. 14cm x Height 11cm (excluding handle), Length including spout approx. 22cm. ◯ Matcha Bowls - 3 Types ・Purchased from an antique tea house in Taiwan. ・Two antique-style bowls, made in Japan. ・One modern-style bowl, made in Taiwan. ・None are works by famous artists. ・Sizes: Modern white bowl: Diameter approx. 12.5cm x Height 8.5cm Antique white bowl: Diameter approx. 13cm x Height 8.5cm Antique black bowl: Diameter approx. 13.5cm x Height 7.8cm ◯ Vermilion Tray ・Purchased from an antique tea house in Taiwan. ・Made in Japan, Wajima-nuri lacquerware. ・Estimated manufacture: Meiji to Taisho period. ・There is a crack, but it is not a fatal defect that causes instability. ・On the surface of the tray (confirmed from the back) and part of the legs. ・There are a few small scratches and paint peeling. ・There are anti-slip pads on the underside of the legs, so please dispose of them if they are unnecessary. ・Size: Approximately 33cm x 23.5cm, Height 23.5cm, Weight approx. 840g ◯ Please refer to the photos for the condition of all items and consider purchasing. ● Other ・We are not selling items individually. ・There may be slight variations in the dimensions of each item. ・Basically, all items have been carefully used and stored for display, and their condition has been maintained, but there may be minor scratches or scuffs, so please understand this before considering a purchase. ・Finally, thank you for viewing. ・We will continue to offer antique items such as Chinese tea sets, ceramics, sculptures, furniture, and paintings, so please follow us if you are interested. #Chinese/TaiwaneseAntiques #AsianGoods #AsianObjects #AsianCrafts #MetalCrafts #AntiqueFurniture #AntiqueMetalCrafts #AntiqueCeramics #JapaneseTeaSet #TaiwaneseTeaSet #ChineseTeaSet 99