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Untitled (Buddha’s Hand Gourd Teapot)

Untitled (Buddha’s Hand Gourd Teapot)

ca. 1875-1900

Unidentified Maker (Chinese, Jiangsu province)

Decorative Arts
— Ceramic
Dark terra cotta Yixing teapot in shape of Buddha's Hand gourd. The handle, the three feet, and cover are all shaped as the gourd's vine, leaf and flower, while the spout is shaped as the "fingers" of the gourd. Has an overall perforated texture.
Zisha stoneware
Object Dimensions: 3 9/16 in. dia: 7 7/8 in.
Chinese, Jiangsu province
The Dana King Gatchell Teapot Collection, donated by the College of Human Sciences, Auburn University
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