Tetsubin (cast iron teapot) with Two Horses

Antique brown tetsubin with two horses on only one side. This tetsubin has a black porcelain coating on the inside and a fixed, non-movable handle.

This is a kettle type tetsubin so it does not come with a stainless steel infuser basket and it can be placed directly over a flame.

6 inches in diameter at base, 4-1/2 inches from base to top of knob, 7 inches from base to top of handle.

Holds 34 ounces (1 liter).

Made in the Nambu region of Japan.

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