Teapot with Calligraphy Design

Artist Yixing Ware

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: stoneware, brown

DimensionsOverall (length includes the handle and spout; height includes the lid): 8.5 x 13 x 18.2 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of Carol Potter Peckham

Object number2010.017.001 a,b

DescriptionCircular teapot has a wide flat base with no foot and a narrower rounded lobe at the top with a small lid. Top and bottom portions are decorated with incised calligraphy and characters. There is a handle on one side and a spout on the other.

Status

Not on view