$1,353
Yixing Teapot with Gilt Decoration, China, Qing dynasty, compressed globular-shape with a C-shape handle and a spout with gilt tip, resting on a short raised foot, the matte brown clay with natural luster, decorated with two sets of peacocks and peonies painted in underglaze colors and gilt overglaze, the neck encircled with a raised band, the flanged cover decorated with painted and gilt peony scrolls on the dome with a floral bud-shape knob, a molded four-character Kangxi mark in a square on base, the unglazed interior with potter's chatter marks, ht. 4, wd. 6 1/4 in.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2014-09-17