Antique Japanese Cast Iron Chōshi Three-Legged Sake Warming and pouring Vessel w/ Arare Pattern Games as an over glaze above

as an over glaze above a white crackle glaze

ISBN-13: 978-0971912724

The avian features symbolize speed

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear

The lively circular forms and radiating brush marks reflect an energetic and spontaneous hand

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Chōshi Three-Legged Sake Warming and pouring Vessel w/ Arare Pattern Games as an over glaze aboveAntique Japanese Cast Iron Chshi Three Legged Sake Warming and pouring Vessel w Arare Pattern This antique Japanese cast iron chshi () is a traditional vessel used for warming and serving sake. Unlike a standard tetsubin (water kettle), this example features a distinctive three legged form, broad pouring trough, and a three point swing handle attachment, characteristics associated with specialized sake service rather than tea preparation. The body is