{"product_id":"black-japanese-teapot-frustrum","title":"Modern Black Japanese Porcelain Teapot - Frustrum","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA modern interpretation of the classic Japanese teapot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrustum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a thoughtfully redesigned Japanese teapot created to rediscover the simple pleasure and beauty of tea. While its clean, contemporary form feels at home in modern living spaces, its distinctive shape is kept as a classic Japanese design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining edge that runs around the middle of the teapot draws inspiration from the traditional iron kettles (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003etetsubin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) of Japan’s Tohoku region. The designers carefully revisited this historic form, experimenting with everything from the shape of the spout to the overall proportions to create a tea vessel that respects the past while offering a fresh, modern expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a beautifully balanced piece that combines \u003c\/span\u003eJapanese tradition, thoughtful functionality and contemporary design. The Frustum series was recognised with the prestigious Red Dot Design Award 2020\u003cspan\u003e, an international award celebrating outstanding design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith an \u003c\/span\u003e800 ml capacity\u003cspan\u003e, it is ideal for sharing tea while its integrated stainless steel tea strainer makes brewing simple and convenient. Presented in a dedicated box, it also makes a beautiful gift for tea lovers and design enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 800 ml\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17cm (W) x 14cm (D) x 19cm (H) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 510 g (including strainer and handle)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(Set includes: Teapot, stainless steel tea strainer and metal handle\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeapot: Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea strainer: Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMetal handle: Stainless steel \/ copper-plated \/ brass, depending on colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare and Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeapot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicrowave:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for gentle warming only. Always remove the metal handle and tea strainer before placing the teapot in the microwave.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDishwasher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for household dishwashers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen flame:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid sudden changes in temperature or strong physical impact, as these may cause damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use metal scouring pads or abrasive cleaners, as they may scratch the porcelain surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the natural characteristics of the clay and glaze, each piece may vary slightly in size, shape, texture and appearance. These subtle differences are part of the individual beauty of porcelain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSmall iron specks, pinholes, fine cracks or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecrazing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the glaze may occasionally occur as part of the manufacturing process. These variations are characteristic of the material and are not necessarily defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe maker's mark on the base may be partially less visible depending on the firing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe metal handles are made in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTsubame-Sanjo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a region renowned for its metalworking craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver in colour, with excellent resistance to rust and little change over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrass:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft, muted gold in colour. Its natural patina can be enjoyed over time, or polished with a suitable brass-care cream.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopper-plated:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pink-gold in colour, developing subtle colour changes over time. Due to the nature of the plating process, some peeling of the copper plating may occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dark mark known as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“metal mark”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may appear where the metal handle rubs against the porcelain. This is a natural result of friction and does not affect use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttaching the Metal Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is intentionally slightly narrow when first supplied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHold both ends of the handle with both hands and gently widen it before attaching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsert the handle from either the front or back for easier installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the handle feels loose after attaching, remove it, gently widen the handle by hand and reattach it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not widen the handle excessively, as this may cause the attachment points on the porcelain to crack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe areas where the handle attaches are delicate and can be damaged if handled roughly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNever force the handle into position. 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