CHINESE
Teapot
(茶壺)
(19th century)

Medium
porcelain

Measurements
(a-b) 12.3 × 25.5 × 14.3 cm (overall)

Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of John H. Connell, 1914

Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Place/s of Execution
China

Accession Number
1181A.a-b-D2

Department
Asian Art

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Physical description
The teapot is strong and monumental in shape. It is decorated with a floral/star band in underglaze blue and gold. The handle is twisting like organic branches. The top of the lid is decorated with a spray of fruit that resembles a strawberry in gold. On either side of the pot is a circle outlined in underglaze blue and gold, enclosing a family crest.

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CHINESE
Teapot
(茶壺)
(19th century)