California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Sep. 14, 2013  Sep. 14, 2013

 Lot # 326 
A PAINTED ZISHA STONEWARE 'FLOWERS' TEAPOT    十八世紀 紫砂加彩開光花卉茶壺,八卦紋蓋鈕


  • Dimension: H: 5 5/8 in (14.4 cm) W: 8 3/4 in (22.4 cm)
  • Estimate From: $3500
  • Estimate To: $4500

Of cylindrical form, the body separated into four painted medallions, one side with peony flowers and vines, the other side with chrysanthemum flowers and leaves, while the medallion near handle and spout depicts dense foliage, all between scrolling band patterns, the finial with a complete Bagua Taichi pattern; the body mostly with green ground, the spout, handle, rim, and finial in blue ground. Bottom bears artist seal mark. 18th century.