Teapot in Melon Shape

White teapot in the shape of a melon. Blue lines around the base and vertically along the body in a panel design; blue, orange and green floral design on body. Long curved spout on left; C-shaped handle on right. Metal lid with knob on top, metal band around lid.

Artwork details

Date:: late 17th century
Medium:: Porcelain painted with cobalt blue under and colored enamels over transparent glaze (Hizen ware; Kakiemon type); American mount
Culture:: Japan
Dimensions:: 599 × 449 px
Museum record:: View original