Teapot, c. 1740
Unknown artist, Englandexpand_more
Stonewareexpand_more
Gift of Mrs. Sumner T. McKnightexpand_more 29.4.4a,b
On View in Gallery 331expand_more
This teapot is in the form of a Georgian-style mansion with a mythological dolphin-shaped handle and a Chinoiserie or Asian-inspired dragon spout and lion finial. The object is composed of stoneware that, while in a slip or liquid consistency, was poured into an alabaster or plaster mold in the shape of the teapot.
Details
- Title
- Teapot
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 29.4.4a,b
- Curator Approved
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