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Child's Teapot

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1820-1840

GUSN

GUSN-42542

Description

Miniature, oval-shaped, porcelain teapot (a) with lid (b). Blue transfer-printed pattern depicting an exotic landscape with Asian-style architecture, trees, a river and a sailboat. Floral border pattern.

Details

Descriptive Terms

teapots
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
porcelain
floral patterns
Chinoiserie
Vessel, Drink Serving
Teapot
Spray
Pagoda
Tree
Mountain
Boat
Teapot

Additional Identification Number

C371B

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

3 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 6 1/2 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Julia G. Crocker

Accession Number

1933.6404.1AB

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