Unused Condition: Nanbu & Iron Foundry Hotetsudo, Eiki Oikawa (2nd Generation Iron) Made, 15-type Natsume, Nanbu Iron Kettle Dimensions: Height (including handle): 21.5 cm Width: 19 x 17 cm Opening: 8 cm Capacity: Approximately 1.3 liters Weight: 1701g Market Price: Approximately 70,000 yen OITETSU (Oikawa Ironworks) About 900 years ago, the Oshu Fujiwara clan invited casters, and casting was introduced to Tamoyama (present-day Mizusawa Hada, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture). Ironware was made here using sand and clay from the mountains and rivers to create molds. OITETSU inherits this manufacturing method and is a workshop that still makes ironware using the traditional mold-making method. Introduction of OITETSU's Casting Artists: Oikawa Ironworks Hotetsudo (Mizusawa Hada-machi, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture) Eiki Oikawa (2nd Generation Iron), a Nitten artist and a Traditional Craftsman Studied under his father, Tetsuo Oikawa, a Nitten artist and a contemporary master craftsman. First selection for the 2nd Nitten "Futaba," and selected for six consecutive times thereafter. First selection for the 11th Contemporary Craft Exhibition "Sports Hand." Selected continuously thereafter, member exhibition. Also, received awards at the Prefectural Industrial Arts Exhibition. Judge for the Traditional Craftsman certification examination. Tomoyuki Oikawa Selected for the 9th Nitten "Kitakami Riverbank." Received various awards at the Prefectural Industrial Arts Exhibition, etc. Please forgive any slight errors due to amateur measurements. Oikawa Ironworks Hotetsudo, Made by Eiki Oikawa (2nd Generation Iron), Guaranteed Genuine This product is characteristic of Hotetsudo, with its baked mold and rust color. The condition of the inside and outside of the product is unused, long-term storage. There is slight iron residue inside, some lacquer roughness, and scratches on the outside, but generally, there are no problems (see each image). The rust prevention treatment inside the iron kettle is the traditional heat treatment. It is a practical item and can be used directly over a fire. The handle has insect damage, and the fixing is secure. There are no water leaks or other defects. There may be dirt, discoloration, dullness, scratches, and scuffs that are not visible in the images. Since it is not possible to describe all conditions, please consider the photos and product comments as a reference. If there is any doubt about the images and product comments, the actual images will take precedence. The items for sale are only the current items. A trivet is not included. We believe that the perception of condition varies from person to person, so please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about details. Please feel free to ask any questions before purchasing. We will answer to the best of our ability. Please also look at the images and make your judgment. Type: Tea Ceremony Utensils Main Material: Iron