We present to you this old, Japanese-made teapot. It is considered a museum piece for those with taste and an appreciation for antiques. Note ❗ The teapot lid is a replacement. ‼This information was obtained through artificial intelligence after analyzing the images. 1. Country of Origin This teapot is a Japanese cast iron teapot, known globally as "Tetsubin". The seal is written in Japanese and reads: "松本の製品", meaning "Made by Matsumoto". Matsumoto is the name of the manufacturer or craftsman who cast it. This type of ware is famous in the Iwate region (Iwate) of Japan, specifically what is known as "Nanbu Tekki", a traditional craft dating back over 400 years. 2. Age of the Teapot Considering the condition of the iron, the design of the handle, and the floral engravings (which appear to be camellia or chrysanthemum flowers), it is likely that this teapot dates back to the mid-20th century (between 1950 - 1980). 3. The teapot weighs 1500 grams, which is one and a half kilograms.