Old Japanese Chagama Kama and Furo for use in the Tea Ceremony pawn jewelry

Old Japanese Chagama Kama and Furo for use in the Tea Ceremony pawn jewelryThe Furo and Chagama were both artisan crafted from cast iron whilst the lid with a chrysanthemum like flower was created from polished copper and is smooth from use and with a genuine patina. Kantsuki rings allowed the metal vessel to be handled and moved during preparation and for the ceremony itself. A little rust, traces of wear and a deep rich overall patina show this piece was actually used. approximately 12" high (not including the lid) 12"

Size: 11/2” w 11/4” t

The wools are homespun with both natural and aniline dyed yarn

has a provenance and has been published in an exhibition catalogue of note

Like other Dogon masks

A very unique vintage ceramic box with Aztec design

They retold the arduous story about their feat through dance

Size: 7 1/2” t x 8” t

anklets and collars that were cast or hammered from copper had little circulation and were never used in connection with routine transactions

From the villages near Heriz in N

Size: 12” w x 14” t

The central area is called the Garbhargriha or ‘ womb-house)

An old elegant and visually pleasing hand-beaten brass and copper Tibetan or Nepalese water vessel that shows signs of authentic use