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Vintage Japanese Rusty Funnels
Details
A: A beautifully time worn metal funnel crafted from hand-cut sheet steel and joined with visible solder seams. Its surface shows a soft, even patina from years of use, highlighting the simplicity and honesty of its construction. Once an everyday household or workshop tool, it now reads as a sculptural wabi-sabi object with a quiet presence—perfect for styling shelves, kitchens, or studios.
B: This metal funnel features a richly textured, dramatic patina that can only develop through decades of exposure and use. Hand-formed and soldered with a simple rolled edge, its surface is mottled with deep rust and darkened areas that give it exceptional character. A striking example of utilitarian mingei—humble in origin, yet sculptural in form and beautifully expressive.
A natural vessel for dried flowers and simple wabi-sabi arrangements.
These pieces most likely date from the early to mid-20th century.
All vintage items are final sale.
Dimensions
A: 5" H x 4" D, B: 3 1/4" H x 3" D
