Miniature Teapot, mid to late 17th century
Liu P'eiexpand_more
I-hsing stonewareexpand_more
Gift of Ruth and Bruce Daytonexpand_more 2000.36.8a,b
Not on Viewexpand_more
This miniature stoneware teapot is of the classic brick-red color associated with I-hsing ware. A brief poetic line engraved before firing reads:
One spoonful of talent fills eight pecks.
followed by the engraved sinature of Liu P'ei.
Under the base is impressed a potter's seal of Chih-yuu which might possibly be an art name of Liu P'ei. Inside the lid is a standard mark, commonly used on small teapots shui-p'ing indicating that the tip of the spout and the teapots rim are level so the lid will sit flat across them, a standard position indicating the pot is empty.
Details
- Title
- Miniature Teapot
- Role
- Maker
- Dimension
- H.2-5/16 x W.4-1/2 x D.3-3/16 in. (overall)
- Accession Number
- 2000.36.8a,b
- Curator Approved
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