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Teapot

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of teapot. Round body with dark glaze on top half. Spout on left side. Curved handle on right side. White section on front with designs. Designs include plant with leaves and flowers in planter, decorative shield, book, and geometric shapes. Small knob on top of lid. The Teapot by artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain painted in underglaze blue with "powder-blue" glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 370 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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