Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin with Scrolling Vine Relief and Peach-Form Finial, Ryubundo Mark - Antique Description A cast iron tetsubin (鉄瓶) bearing the Ryubundo (龍文堂) mark engraved on the underside of the lid. The body features a raised scrolling vine/floral relief band around the shoulder, with a peach-form (momo) finial atop the flat lid — a traditional decorative motif in Japanese metalwork. Ryubundo, a celebrated Kyoto workshop, remains one of the most recognized names in Japanese cast iron craftsmanship. The spout shows expected surface oxidation from age and use. Object: Tetsubin (cast iron kettle) Maker: Ryubundo (龍文堂) — mark engraved on lid underside (based on signature; not independently authenticated) Materials: Cast iron (body), bronze/brass (lid) Design: Scrolling vine/floral relief band at shoulder, textured lower body, peach-form finial Origin: Japan (Kyoto) Period: Antique (exact era unconfirmed) Dimensions: Height 21cm, Width 17cm, Depth 10cm, Mouth/Lid Diameter 8.5cm Weight: 1,600g Condition: Antique condition with surface oxidation/rust at spout interior and general age-related patina Provenance: Acquired from a private collector's estate in Japan