Vintage 1980s Nini "Oriental Garden" Faux Ivory Teapot

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A quintessential example of the late 20th-century Asian Revival, this Nini "Oriental Garden" (Item No. 6-18) sculptural figurine features an … Read more A quintessential example of the late 20th-century Asian Revival, this Nini "Oriental Garden" (Item No. 6-18) sculptural figurine features an exceptionally deep relief diorama. Hand-painted in a luminous bone-white high-density resin, it masterfully replicates the weight, cool touch, and intricate detail of hand-carved ivory.

The piece depicts a traditional mountain garden scene with meticulously rendered foliage and figures, set against a "Seigaiha" wave-patterned body. It is crowned with a recumbent dog finial attached by the original gold-tone chain. This non-functional art object serves as a sophisticated high-relief accent for a curated shelf, mantel, or Hollywood Regency-inspired vignette.

Dimensions: 4.0ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 5.5ʺH

Weight: 7.9 oz

Maker: Nini

Year: Circa 1980

Place of Origin: Taiwan

Condition Summary
Excellent vintage condition. Entirely original with no chips or breaks to the delicate relief. Minor amber-toned factory adhesive marks are visible upon close inspection at the tree joins, confirming its original hand-assembled heritage and distinguishing it from later mass-market reproductions.

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