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Teapot

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teapot by artist. White teapot with a long spout on the left and a curved handle on the right. The lid has a silver knob on top. A bird in flight with wings spread, perched on a shield, is painted on the front. The bird faces left and has a crest on its head. The body of the teapot has decorative stitching at the bottom. A decorative design is on the right side. The background is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
1800–1815
Medium
Porcelain
Culture
Chinese
Dimensions
600 × 434 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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