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Teapot with Pattern of the "Hundred Antiques"

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teapot with Pattern of the "Hundred Antiques" by Unknown Artist. The teapot has a white background with a colorful design. The teapot body is square with rounded corners. The spout is on the left side and is yellow with blue and red dots. The handle is attached to the top and is arched. The lid is round and has a small knob on top. The teapot has a colorful border around the edges. The main design on the front shows three objects: a black incense burner with two handles on either side, a vase with a plant, and a red box. The teapot has a yellow background around the main design. The entire teapot is decorated with a colorful pattern. The teapot sits on a gray background that is darker at the top and lighter at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Painted enamel
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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