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Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Teapot
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
© Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami

Teapot

Artist/Maker (Artist Unknown)
Datelate 19th century
Mediumsilver and plastic
DimensionsOverall: 5 5/8 × 8 1/2 × 4 1/2 in. (14.3 × 21.6 × 11.4 cm)
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineBequest of Byron F. Meyer, Jr.
Terms
    Object number2012.16.60
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
    DescriptionTeapot decorated in repousse and hand engraved detail with a design that is a rich overall tapestry of bamboo and cranes. The spout is in the organic form of a bamboo stalk and the lid is also extensively worked in the bamboo motif with a knop in the shape of a bamboo node. The shield for the monogram was never dedicated. The handled has been restored from the original ivory.

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