It does appear very dark here... I have heard some folks mention that photos change when uploaded to 365, so maybe that's the issue. I could tell it was a spouted object of some sort and wondered if you had an oil lamp... :)
@lesip LOL! I seriously doubt anyone even reads the comments and if they do they will know I edited it so you are good, girlfriend! Thanks for the FAV!
Very nice teapot with a cool reflection. I don't think it is a fail at all, I could tell what it was. I do think that low key is difficult and seems to be a challenge between too dark & not dark enough. You probably just need a little bit more of a light source. I love the colorful reflections too