Teapot in the shape of a tree trunk, decorated with pine tree, bamboo and plum motifs
| Accession Nr.: | 56.1.1-2 |
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| Type: | vessel; pottery |
| Date of production: |
Late 19th century
Qing dynasty |
| Place of production: |
| Marks: | six-character 宜興紫砂名壺 (Yixing zisha minghu) kaishu seal mark on the base; two-character 大明 (Da ming) mark in the cover |
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| Materials: | earthenware |
| Techniques: | applied; engraved |
| Dimensions: | height: 11 cm diameter (base): 10.4 cm |
This teapot, made in the imitation of a tree trunk, falls into the category of organic-type vessels. The cylindrical body stands on a wide, round base, and has a flat lid.
