This piece features a modern design characterized by a sharp angle from the middle of the upper curve, with a rounded tip. The high-quality iron from the Onishi family has matured over 200 years, developing a wonderful iron texture. The box is a "kyokubako" (a special box) by Onishi Jochō, with the inscription "鐵カマ釣 右元天明稔時代浄元作無紛者也 己卯初春日 御釜師 大西浄長" (Iron Kama-tsuri, Right Original, Tenmei Nen, Jogen's Work, No Mistakes, Year of Tsuchinoe-U, Early Spring Day, Okama Master, Onishi Jochō) on the inside of the lid, dating it to 1939 (Showa 14), indicating that Jochō was 73 years old when he wrote the inscription. There were two Jogens in the family line, but since this is from the Tenmei era, it refers to the 9th generation Jogen. The overall condition is excellent, and it is ready to use immediately. Kyokubako (Special Box). Width: 23.6 cm (measured between the centers of the tips) Height: 17.7 cm (center top), 15.8 cm (center bottom) ≪Maker≫ ▢ Onishi Jogen (1749-1811) 9th generation of the Onishi family. A Senke Jisshoku (Ten Masters of the Sen Family, specifically a kama master). After the 8th generation died young, Sahei Okudaira, a disciple of the 7th generation Jogen and from Shinshu Iida, was adopted and succeeded as the 9th generation in 1785 (Tenmei 5). He is known as "Sahei Jogen" to distinguish him from the older Jogen and Jogen. He was as skilled as the older Jogen, or even more so. Both the surface of the kama and its shape are refined, and the shape of the kanazuke (handle attachments) fully reflects the characteristics of the Onishi family. Many of his works, including the lids, knobs, and bases, are carefully considered. ≪Appraisal≫ ▢ Onishi Jochō (1866-1943) 13th generation of the Onishi family. A Senke Jisshoku (kama master). The eldest son of Joten. His real name was Seiemon, his imina (personal name) was Takanobu, and his art name was Seiemon. He inherited the family business during a time of decline in the tea ceremony, and he struggled during that period, but in the late Meiji era, he devoted himself to the revival of the tea ceremony. He also collaborated with Japanese painters, such as casting designs by Hashimoto Kansetsu and Yamamoto Shunkyo into kama. Reflecting his serious and honest personality, his kama making also shows a straightforwardness. 【References】 Rakkan Kao Daijiten (Seal and Signature Dictionary) Tankosha Chadogu no Meiko/Sakka Meikan (Directory of Famous Craftsmen and Artists of Tea Utensils) Tankosha Chado Jiten (Tea Ceremony Dictionary) Tankosha #Why not have your own tea utensils? #Kamatsuri (Kettle Hanger) #Onishi Seiemon #Onishi Jogen #TeaCeremony #Kamatsuri (Kettle Hanger) #Tsurigama (Hanging Kettle) #SanSenke (Three Sen Families) #Omotesenke (Omote School of Tea Ceremony) #Urasenke (Ura School of Tea Ceremony) #Mushakojisenke (Mushakoji-senke School of Tea Ceremony) #Kamasari (Kettle Chain) #Dai-kan (Large Ring) #Kama-kan (Kettle Ring) #Kama-kan (Kettle Ring) #Sumidemae (Charcoal Procedure) #Chaji (Tea Gathering) #Kinko (Metalwork) #Chadogu (Tea Utensils) #Iron #TeaCeremony #AntiqueArt #Chashitsu (Tea Room) #Chakai (Tea Party) #Kyoto #Chanoyu (Tea Ceremony) #Beauty #Art