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Cast Iron Incense Burner (I type)
Large black cast iron cauldron with a contemporary designed lid incense burner.
For cones, sticks (with Ash) or charcoal burning.
Size : 2.5 in. high x 4
in. wide
About
Nambu Ironware
The
area around Morioka in Iwate Prefecture was known as Nambu in the Edo period
(1603-1868). Nambu Tekki is the traditional ironware that was produced in two
areas: in Morioka City and in Mizusawa City to the south. Production of Nambu
ironware is thought to have begun in Morioka City at the end of the 17th century,
when craftsmen who came from Kyoto started producing ironwares such as teakettles,
weapons, and temple bells. Casting in Mizusawa, on the other hand, is said to
have originated in the 12th century with the making of items used in Buddhist
ceremonies and armory. Two factors led to the development of metalworking in
both places: production materials for metal casting were locally available,
including metal ores, good quality clay, and charcoal; and the industry received
protection during the Edo period. The name Nambu Tekki was applied to the products
of both centers in around 1960. (Above information is from http://web-japan.org/atlas)
