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Teapot

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teapot by artist appears to be an antique object made of metal. The teapot's body is spherical, with small bumps on the front and right side. A handle resembling a dragon's claw or bird's claw is attached to the left side. A spout is on the right side. The teapot rests on four spherical feet. The lid features a small loop on top. The object appears to be dark-colored, possibly bronze or another dark metal. The background of the image is light-colored.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Stoneware with relief decoration (Yixing ware)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
599 × 477 px
Museum record:
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