Blue Basket Cast Iron Teapot Set

Our Blue Basket Cast Iron Teapot Set is made from sturdy cast iron. It has a matte cornflower blue finish and an enamel coating on the interior to prevent rusting. The body is cast with a basket weave design. Cast ironware heats evenly and retains heat well and is praised worldwide for their beauty, strength, and superb quality. Historically during the mid 19th century as infused tea drinking became more popular in Japan, “tetsubin,” or cast iron teapots, evolved from being a kitchen item to being a status symbol used to serve tea. Many nobles cherished their teapots as treasures and kept them in the family for generations.  The inspiration for the basket design of this particular tetsubin draws from the incorporation of bamboo art and basketry in the Wabi Tea Ceremony of Sen no Rikyu in 16th century Japan.  Our Blue Basket Cast Iron Teapot Set includes the following: 1 teapot (approximate capacity: 650 ml or 22.1 fl oz)2 teacups (approximate dimension: 2 7/8" dia, 2 1/8" ht)1 removabl