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Teapot

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teapot by artist is not specified, the teapot is made of dark gray metal, possibly pewter or silver. The teapot is cylindrical with four rounded corners. The body of the teapot features four panels, each with a repeating pattern of leaves. The spout is on the left side and curves upward and to the left. The handle is on the right side and curves upward and to the right, resembling a bamboo stalk. The lid has a small finial on top resembling a curled handle. The lid and body have a decorative edge around the top. The background is plain white with a shadow cast to the left.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Red stoneware (Yixing ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 440 px
Public Domain
Yes
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