Théière, M.C. 2494, between 1800 and 1896

Author(s): anonymous, ceramist production date: between 1800 and 1896 dating in century: 19th century type(s) of object(s): domestic life, ceramics, china name(s): table service, teapot materials and techniques: porcelain, molding, painted decoration on glaze, enamel (ceramic technique), famille verte (ceramic) place(s) of execution/production: jingdezhen dimensions - artwork: height: 17cm length: 12. 9cm diameter: 10. 6cm description: polylobed teapot with a fixed horizontal handle imitating basketry and a curved s-shaped spout. It rests on three small feet. The body is divided into eight lobes forming as many panels. Each is painted with plants accompanied by insects or birds. The domed lid is also divided into eight lobes, each forming a panel inside which a floral sprig is painted. It is topped with a polygonal grip button surrounded by an eight-petaled flower. This is attached to the handle by a metal chain. Mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: cernuschi, henri date of acquisition: 1896 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2494. Date: between 1800 and 1896.