Thank you for viewing. This is a "Mandaiya Kama" (tea kettle) made by Keiten Takahashi, a renowned kama master and a Living National Treasure. It is a prestigious shape known as Sen no Rikyu's preference, with a beautifully harmonized round, bulging body and a tapered mouth. It comes with a complete set of accessories, including the original box, cloth, two kama rings, the original string, and a certificate of authenticity, and is a near-mint item that has been very carefully stored. ■Product Information Artist: Keiten Takahashi (Holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property "Tea Ceremony Kettle") Work Name: Mandaiya Kama Material: Kettle = Iron, Lid = Copper Accessories: Original box, cloth, 2 kama rings, original box string, certificate of authenticity ■Condition Almost no signs of use, a near-mint item. There is very slight red rust on the kama rings. There is a slight warp on the lid of the original box. There is no problem with storage. Please understand that there may be minor scratches due to aging. ■Remarks As we do not have expert knowledge, the information provided is based on the actual item and the accompanying documentation. Please check the photos and make your own judgment regarding the condition and authenticity.