Sold for $2,250

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

Two Japanese Cast Iron Teapots, Tetsubin

LATE 19TH CENTURY/EARLY 20TH CENTURY

the larger example of compressed globular form, cast with landscape, with an overhanging handle, cast with the mark of Ryubundo, 龍文堂; the smaller example of cylindrical form, decorated with chrysanthemums, peonies and vessels, with an overhanging handle, the cover engraved Ryubundo, 龍文堂.

Height of taller 8 1/2 in., 21.6 cm.

Condition Report

Each in overall good condition. Minor wear to the surface consistent with age.

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