Thank you for viewing. 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 by Kiyomitsu Sato possesses the charm of traditional tea ceremony utensils, further enhancing the ritual of "chanoyu" (tea ceremony). The "sugama" (a type of kettle with a wooden stand) design features an elegant finish that utilizes the natural wood grain, bringing warmth to the tea room. The unique form, modeled after a shrimp, is not only visually appealing but also functional. The accompanying wooden box is an ideal way to store the tea kettle carefully, increasing its value as a "tomobako" (a box with a signature or inscription). This tea ware is sure to be an essential item for tea ceremony enthusiasts. Aged pottery may have distortions, manufacturing defects (kiln marks), or under-fired areas (cracks). These are common occurrences and are not specifically mentioned in the product descriptions. Please carefully check the product condition in the images before purchasing. Size: W (Width): 32 cm H (Height): 16 cm Mouth: 13 cm Please forgive any oversights in scratches due to amateur inspection. However, we strive to be as thorough as possible. Some items may still have dirt attached. Other items have been listed after a simple cleaning. We have set the prices lower accordingly. If you have any other questions, please contact us in the comments. Due to the large number of items listed, there may be instances where we miss a response, but please comment again if that happens. NKK02648