Prunus-moulded teapot with 'Tree of Life' pattern
CultureChinese
OriginPutian, Dehua county, Fujian, China
DecoratedEurope
PeriodQing dynasty (1645-1911), Kangxi period (1662-1722)
Datec.1700; decorated in Europe
MediumPorcelain, and enamel.
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.813.1-2): 13.3 x 15.3 x 11.4 cm (5 1/4 x 6 x 4 1/2 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionHausmaler Dutch decorated Chinese Fukien tea-pot and cover, the body with two moulded prunus blossom sprays. The cover and body painted in Holland with flowering trees and green grassy ground with some insects in the sky.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.813.1-2
Classifications
Asian CeramicsSub-classification
Chinese Porcelain - HausmalereiStatus
Not on view
c.1700; decorated in Europe, c.1730
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Object number: G83.1.820.1-2
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![[Documentary] Teapot](/internal/media/dispatcher/14517/thumbnail)
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c.1750-1760
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Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
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c.1760-1765
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Object number: G83.1.815.1-2
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