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Presenting a striking and elaborately crafted vintage teapot, sculpted from a silver-tone metal (likely white brass or a silver-plated alloy).
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Presenting a striking and elaborately crafted vintage teapot, sculpted from a silver-tone metal (likely white brass or a silver-plated alloy).
The teapot is highly sculptural, featuring a magnificent, high-relief dragon that coils around the body, its raised scales, flowing mane, and fierce face meticulously detailed. The spout is formed in the shape of a dragon's head, while the large, sweeping handle is modeled as the body of a dragon (or phoenix), terminating in a stylized head. The domed lid, topped with a simple spherical finial, is also decorated with swirling dragon motifs.
The surface has an antiqued finish, with darker patina in the recesses to highlight the intricate carving, giving it a rich, tactile quality.
The flat base features a prominent square cast seal mark reading "大清御制" (Made by Imperial Command of the Great Qing). This is a historical-style tribute mark. The teapot is surprisingly substantial, weighing over 600 grams. It is a bold, decorative piece that would make a fantastic addition to a collector's shelf or as a unique statement object.
Dimensions:
Length (Spout to Handle): 15.5 cm (6.1 inches)
Width (Body): 8.5 cm (3.3 inches)
Height: 15 cm (5.9 inches)
Weight: 628 grams (approx. 1.37 lbs)
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- Dimensions
- 6.1ʺW × 3.3ʺD × 5.9ʺH
- Styles
- Qing
- Traditional
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Good vintage condition. The intricate high-relief carving of the dragons remains remarkably crisp and well-defined. The metal shows a natural, … moreGood vintage condition. The intricate high-relief carving of the dragons remains remarkably crisp and well-defined. The metal shows a natural, antiqued patina with some minor surface wear and darkening in the crevices, which enhances the sculptural details. The lid fits well. The base mark is clear. Please review all photos carefully for details on the metal finish, the carved dragons, and the base mark. less
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