Colors and Symbolism on Your Tetsubin, Japanese Teapot, or Cast Iron Teapot/Kettle
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Colors and Symbolism on your Tetsubin, Japanese Teapot, or Cast Iron Teapot
While the intricate artwork on your tetsubin or cast iron teapot may be beautiful and detailed, beyond the aesthetic appeal there is rich symbolic meaning behind not only the figures but also the colors used. The list below is intended to help you discover the meaning engraved on your tetsubin. Keep in mind that meanings may not be absolute, due to the individual messages of each artist, but can largely be deduced based on the cornerstones of Japanese culture and traditions, which were heavily influenced by Buddhist philosophies. Hopefully this will serve as a very simplistic guide to enlightening you further on your journey to learning more about your tetsubin. To find out more information please visit us at http://www.castironteapotspot.com
Endless knot, or the Mandala- harmony
Lotus flower- enlightenment, life, immortality
Victory Banner- victorious battle
Wheel of Dharma or Chamaru- knowledge
Treasure Vase- inexhaustible treasure and wealth
Golden Fish pair- conjugal happiness and freedom
Parasol- crown and protection
Conch shell- the thoughts of the Buddha
Rock or a line of rocks- longevity and prosperity
Tortoise shape- longevity
Water- intellectual force,
Red bridge- route blessed to take to salvation
Split bridge- prevents evil spirits from crossing since evil spirits are believed to only move in straight lines.
Tiger- invincibility, power and might
Dragon- held the position of a god
Rooster- meant to exemplify a number of virtues: civil merit, military merit, courage, reliability.
Cat- good luck
Bhudda- good luck
Pine- eternity, tranquility, faithfulness & integrity
Rose- feminine, fragile, love, beauty, sentiment
Plum- good fortune
Peach blossoms- life, gentleness & mildness
Cherry- Loyalty & filial love
Azalea- family devotion
Peony- happiness, prosperity, love & affection
Wisteria (and other climbing vines)- affection
Iris- Strength, vitality, boldness, power & eloquence
Colors:
Red- passionate, attracts attention
Pink- romance
Yellow- lively, happy
Green- tranquil, pastoral, spring, fertility, poison, jealousy
Blue- powerful, calming
Purple- sophisticated, royalty
Brown- rich, fertile, sad
White- purity, virginity, innocence, peace
Black- night, death, evil, wealth