Yixing Teapot with Faux Cinnabar Exterior

Description:

Yixing Teapot with Faux Cinnabar Exterior, China, compressed globular with C-shaped handled and a short spout, the exterior covered with lotus scroll design in red lacquer, the cover with a lingzhi mushroom inspired knob with steam hole leading to an interior animal head, ht. 3 7/8, dia. from spout to handle 6 1/4 in.
Estimate $100-200

surface scratches and stain to lacquered surface.


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