Lot 152: Stoneware Teapot
Woodland Estate Auction · Sold
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- Auction
- Woodland Estate Auction
- Lot Number
- 152
- Status
- Sold
- Hammer / Price
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- Opening Bid
- $5.00
- Accepted Bids
- 18
- Closed
- 6/24/22 9:41 PM PT
Description
Stoneware teapot featuring a rich brown color and finely carved details. The lid, handle and spout are carved to represent the ouroboros, a circular symbol that depicts a snake or dragon devouring its own tail representing the eternal cycle of life, destruction and rebirth. The sides of the teapot are etched with subtle designs: One side of the teapot has an image of a bird on a blooming branch, and the other side of the teapot has a Chinese symbol and blooming flowers. The teapot has a lid and strainer. Maker's mark engraved on the bottom. Measures approximately 9.5" long, 6" wide, 5.5" tall with an opening diameter of 3.5". Great condition.