Hello everyone ...
I have got this little teapot that I've been researching for several months , and I thought that perhaps someone here might have some input on/about .
What I do know about it : It's .950 sterling silver , repousee , and made in a 2-Water-Dragon motif . It holds 750ml , weighs about 18.5oz and has an ivory handle (Kyusu -style) . It is from the Meiji period , with the 'solid silver' jungin being the only 'hallmark' on it that I can see (it's the small inset on the image) .
A Japanese friend mentioned that it might be a Sake pot , rather than a teapot .
He suggested that I ask this question on a Japanese forum , so here I am !
I think it is a beautiful example of fine Japanese craftsmanship .
I thank you , in advance , for any information , interest &/or input .
I have got this little teapot that I've been researching for several months , and I thought that perhaps someone here might have some input on/about .
What I do know about it : It's .950 sterling silver , repousee , and made in a 2-Water-Dragon motif . It holds 750ml , weighs about 18.5oz and has an ivory handle (Kyusu -style) . It is from the Meiji period , with the 'solid silver' jungin being the only 'hallmark' on it that I can see (it's the small inset on the image) .
A Japanese friend mentioned that it might be a Sake pot , rather than a teapot .
He suggested that I ask this question on a Japanese forum , so here I am !
I think it is a beautiful example of fine Japanese craftsmanship .
I thank you , in advance , for any information , interest &/or input .
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