Edo period (1615-1868), signature engraved on the bottom, pumpkin shaped cast iron teapot with decorative pumpkin stem finial on lid, elegant handle attached to the body with two hinges, used for boiling water for tea, would have been hung over a fire.

9.5 in.

Collection of Dorothy & Paul Ferster, Woodbridge, CT

Good condition; signature on bottom rubbed and difficult to decipher; has minor wear to handle and body expected with age.

$300 - 500