This porcelain barrel form teapot with powder blue glaze was made in China, c.1700. It is decorated with panels containing a flowering tree on one side and precious objects on the other side. It measures 4 inches high, 6.75 inches from handle to spout.
I love objects with multiple repairs and this beautiful teapot has many, including a metal replacement spout, a wood replacement knob, and 6 metal staples.
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This teapot with almost identical form and decoration still has its original spout, and knob.
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Photo courtesy of Rob Michiels Auctions
Tags: Chinese, Kangxi, metal knob, metal spout, porcelain, staples/rivets
What, no broken handle ?