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Fantail Carp Teapot

Fantail Carp Teapot

ca. 1875-1900

Unidentified Maker (Chinese)

Decorative Arts
Pewter teapot or wine server in shape of a carp. The lid is shaped as the carp's fin, the carp's mouth serves as spout, while a detachable fantail serves no obvious function. Eyes are made of glass. Scales are engraved.
Pewter
Object Dimensions: 8 7/16 in. dia: 3 3/8 in.
Chinese
The Dana King Gatchell Teapot Collection, donated by the College of Human Sciences, Auburn University
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