{"product_id":"cast-iron-tea-kettle-by-sato-seiko-bamboo-motif-japan-art-metal","title":"Cast Iron Tea Kettle by Sato Seiko – Bamboo Motif – Japan Art Metal","description":"Experience Authentic Japan Art with this Cast Iron Tea Kettle by Sato Seiko. This Japanese Tea Kama serves as a Tea Ceremony Masterpiece and Zen Aesthetic, featuring Bamboo Motif and Hand-cast Iron—a must-have for any Art Collector.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🔹 [ Basic Details ]\u003cbr\u003e- **Artist** (作家名): Sato Seiko (佐藤清光).\u003cbr\u003e- **Technique** (技法・仕上げ): Hand-cast iron (Kama-hada) with Bamboo relief (Take-mon).\u003cbr\u003e- **Era** (年代): Showa Era (1980s).\u003cbr\u003e- **Origin** (産地・流派): Yamagata Casting tradition.\u003cbr\u003e- **Dimensions** (寸法): Height approx. 17 cm, Max Diameter approx. 25 cm, Mouth Diameter approx. 11.2 cm.\u003cbr\u003e- **Box** (共箱情報): Original signed wooden box (Kyobako) included.\u003cbr\u003e- **Condition** (状態): Good (Minor internal rust spots as expected from use).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🔹 [ Cultural \u0026amp; Artistic Insight ]\u003cbr\u003eThe Tea Kettle (Kama) is the heart of the tea room. Sato Seiko is a legendary metalworker from Yamagata, renowned for his 'Hadajiai' (skin texture) and elegant shapes. The 'Koduchi' (Cylindrical) form with bamboo relief symbolizes strength and flexibility, core virtues in Zen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*The iron sings with the voice of the mountain stream—a solid weight of earth and fire transforming water into spirit.*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🔹 [ Deep-Dive Commentary ]\u003cbr\u003eYamagata ironware is distinguished by its thin, precise casting and beautiful surface textures. Sato Seiko represents the 10th generation of the Sato family lineage. The 'Take-mon' (Bamboo) pattern is not just decorative; it reflects the deep Japanese affinity for the strength found in nature. A 'Seiko' kama is highly prized for its resonance and the way it mellows the water's taste for tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[ JAPANESE DESCRIPTION \/ 日本語解説 ]\u003cbr\u003e名工、佐藤清光による「竹紋 甑口釜（こしぐちがま）」です。\u003cbr\u003e伝統ある山形鋳物の粋を集めた、美しく重厚な一品です。釜肌の細やかさと、風格ある竹の文様が茶室に力強さと静寂をもたらします。\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🔹 [ 商品詳細 ]\u003cbr\u003e- 作家：佐藤清光\u003cbr\u003e- 技法：鋳鉄、竹紋、甑口釜\u003cbr\u003e- 時代：昭和期\u003cbr\u003e- 寸法：高さ（蓋含まず）約17cm、径約25cm、口径約11.2cm\u003cbr\u003e- 付属品：共箱、作歴\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🔹 [ 文化的・美学的洞察 ]\u003cbr\u003e茶釜は茶室の「主（あるじ）」であり、清光氏の釜はその肌合いの良さと鳴りの見事さで知られています。竹は直心と柔軟さを象徴し、一服の茶に向き合う心根を支えてくれます。\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*鉄が山河のせせらぎの声で歌う。水が魂へと変わる、火と土の重力の中。*","brand":"The Modern Zen Archive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61566199955826,"sku":"260123_a_1799","price":1342.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5680\/3698\/files\/m70373681967_1.jpg?v=1770130556","url":"https:\/\/checkout.themodernzenarchive.com\/products\/cast-iron-tea-kettle-by-sato-seiko-bamboo-motif-japan-art-metal","provider":"The Modern Zen Archive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}