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Teapot with Calligraphy Design

Artist Yixing Ware

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: stoneware, light brown

DimensionsOverall (Height includes lid; length includes handle and spout): 8.1 x 14 x 18.5 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of Carol Potter Peckham

Object number2010.017.002 a,b

DescriptionTeapot is square at the base with four flat sides that taper inwards towards the flat top. There is a four sided tapered spout on one side and an angular handle on the other. A square shaped fitted lid with an angular knob is at top centre. Calligraphy is incised on one side and branches and a flower on the other.

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