Teapot - Earthenware - YIXING ZISHA TEAPOT

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An earthenware Yixing zisha teapot from the Qing Dynasty (c.1850–1900), decorated in relief with the Three Friends of Winter motif and a turquoise glaze on the spout and handle, signed and in good condition with minor chips to the cover decoration.

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A Chinese Yixing zisha teapot, dating to the Late Qing period.

The body is decorated in relief and coloured enamels with the traditional motif of the Three Friends of Winter (pine, bamboo and plum blossom), together with a bat symbolising blessings and good fortune in Chinese culture.

The teapot is of unusual cylindrical form with turquoise-glazed spout and handle, retaining attractive original decoration and good overall colour.

Condition: Overall in good condition. There are several small chips to the decoration on the cover, as shown in the photographs. No major cracks or repairs observed.

A Chinese Yixing zisha teapot, dating to the Late Qing period.

The body is decorated in relief and coloured enamels with the traditional motif of the Three Friends of Winter (pine, bamboo and plum blossom), together with a bat symbolising blessings and good fortune in Chinese culture.

The teapot is of unusual cylindrical form with turquoise-glazed spout and handle, retaining attractive original decoration and good overall colour.

Condition: Overall in good condition. There are several small chips to the decoration on the cover, as shown in the photographs. No major cracks or repairs observed.

Details

Specific region of origin
yixing
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
YIXING ZISHA TEAPOT
Number of objects
1
Material
Earthenware
Country of origin
China
Dynastic style/period
Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
Style
Antique
Provenance
Antique market
Decor
Yixing
Colour
Green, Yellow
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Attribution
Signed
Height
10 cm
Sold with stand
No
Width
18.5 cm
Diameter
9 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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