gourd-shaped teapot, unknown maker from China

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gourd-shaped teapot
1800s, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
gourd-shaped teapot , 1800s, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Where object was made: China
Material/technique: bronze; yixing 宜興 stoneware
Dimensions:
Object Height/Width/Depth (Height x Width x Depth): 15 x 16 x 9.5 cm
Object Height/Width/Depth (Height x Width x Depth): 5 7/8 x 6 5/16 x 3 3/4 in
Credit line: William Bridges Thayer Memorial
Accession number: 1928.1559.a,b
On display: Stewart Gallery

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Made of zisha clay, literally "purple sand," Yixing stoneware was famous for retaining heat and holding the flavor of the tea. The teapot mimics the gourd-shaped ewers prevalent in the Song dynasty (960-1279). The double gourd shape of the vessel symbolized longevity and good fortune. The refined dark purple clay embodies understated elegance with a strong interest in antiquity appreciated by Qing collectors and connoisseurs.

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Made of zisha clay, literally "purple sand," Yixing stoneware was famous for retaining heat and holding the flavor of the tea. The teapot mimics the gourd-shaped ewers prevalent in the Song dynasty (960-1279). The double gourd shape of the vessel symbolized longevity and good fortune. The refined dark purple clay embodies understated elegance with a strong interest in antiquity appreciated by Qing collectors and connoisseurs.

Exhibitions

Cassandra Mesick Braun, curator
2022–2027
Cassandra Mesick Braun, curator
2022–2027