Heimaru Suji-iri Kama by Keiten, with Signed Wooden Box

This handcrafted iron kettle (kama) is the work of master metal artisan Keiten (敬典), a renowned craftsman associated with the traditional Yamagata casting (山形鋳物) technique in Japan.

The kettle, titled Heimaru Suji-iri Kama (平丸筋入釜), features a gracefully rounded body with finely etched horizontal lines that accentuate its serene, symmetrical form. Its minimalist silhouette is enhanced by a subdued, natural patina—bringing a quiet dignity to the piece, ideal for the contemplative atmosphere of the tea ceremony.

The kettle is paired with both a perfectly fitting metal lid and a handcrafted wooden lid, offering versatility in seasonal use. Its functional iron rings and smooth, unembellished surface reflect the wabi-sabi spirit: beauty in simplicity, imperfection, and age.

This piece comes with its original signed wooden box (tomobako), inscribed by the artist himself, affirming its authenticity and provenance.

• Type: Iron kettle (Kama)

• Artist: Keiten (敬典)

• Origin: Japan – Yamagata casting tradition (山形鋳物)

• Design Features: Rounded form with etched horizontal lines, metal and wooden lids, iron ring handles

• Material: Cast iron

• Condition: Excellent

• Includes: Artist-signed wooden box (Tomobako), WoodenTrivet

• Weight: approx. 3371g

Size (approx.):

• Width (incl. handles): 9.84 in (25 cm )

• Body Diameter: 8.26 in (21 cm)

• Height (with lid): 7.8 in (20 cm)

A distinguished, collectible work that harmonizes craftsmanship, utility, and aesthetic refinement—ideal for tea ceremony practitioners, collectors of Japanese metalwork, or admirers of traditional crafts.