A Yixing teapot in a theme called 鱼化龙 'Carp turns to Dragon'. The teapot has an spherical shape with ribs across its body, resembling crashing waves. It's adorned with a dragon and a carp, creating a harmonious design. The knob features a Ruyi shaped cloud on top of waves, that looks like an arch with an ascending dragon beneath it. The dragon inside the knob is made to move and when pouring tea, the dragon and it's tongue extent out of the knob. In Chinese mythology, Longmen 登龍門 "Dragon Gate" is located at the top of a waterfall cascading from a legendary mountain. The legend states that while many carp swim upstream against the river's strong current, few are capable or brave enough for the final leap over the waterfall. If a carp successfully makes the jump, it is transformed into a powerful dragon. The legend is so famous that throughout China, a common saying is that "a student facing his examinations is like a carp attempting to leap the Dragon Gate." Dimensions: H10 x W20 (handle to spout) x W12,3 cm Condition: Very good condition, no damage. Only minor wear and staining. Please check the images carefully. The written condition report is indicative only; the photographs provide the definitive and binding description of the item's condition. Shipping method: The item is securely packed and shipped with insurance without stand.