Small, traditional Yixing clay teapot, also known as Zisha Hu, made from red clay (hong ni or zhu ni). Originating from Yixing in China's Jiangsu province. The specific shape, featuring a round body and curved spout, is known as diaopiu or duo zhi, emphasizing circular lines. Measurements: H. 58 mm Wide: spout to handle 83 mm Diameter: 50 mm Weight: 53 gram Condition: chips at the rims of the cover, crack to the underside of the handle, firing flaws at the inside of the pot. (See images) Marks: A short poem: Hua Yeu Zhi Jian Ji Bei Ke Le (roughly translated: with flowers and the moon together enyoing one cup of tea) stamped with two impressed seals at the base of Mingyuan Provenance: Private collection in the Netherlands. Worldwide shipping with insurance!