Teapot with a Decoration of Chinese Motifs

anonymous, c. 1600 - c. 1699

The body, handle, and spout of this teapot resemble bamboo stalks. The decoration comprises two layers: the upper layer portrays dragons in pursuit of a pearl, while the lower one features auspicious motifs, including deer, cranes, and clouds. A seam on the pot’s body reveals its construction, consisting of two halves that were cast in a mould and joined together.

  • Artwork typeteapot
  • Object numberAK-MAK-1481
  • Dimensionsheight 16 cm x length 10 cm x width 8.5 cm
  • Physical characteristicsYixing-steengoed met een verguld bronzen montuur