Fine Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin or Teapot, the front with a cast pomegranate in relief and the reverse with calligraphy in "Grass Script." The handle in wrought iron forming a square-knot at the center; the cover in bronze, heavily cast with archaic Dragons on a ring to the flat top and inscribed to the underside. Age related wear to the metals. Height to top of handle 9 inches (23 cm.).