Square teapot
Artist
Gu Jingzhou
(Chinese, 1915 - 1996)
Place of OriginYixing, Jiangsu province, China
Dateapprox. 1915-1950
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MaterialsHigh fired ceramic with rock inclusions
DimensionsH. 2 in x W. 5 3/8 in x D. 3 1/2 in, H. 5.1 cm x L. 13.3 cm x 8.9 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P2056
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
Not on viewMarkingsseal of Chen Mingyuan
More InformationThis teacup is an example of zisha ("purple clay") or Yixing ware, which characteristically varies in color from brown to purple, green, buff, and beige. First popular during the Ming dynasty, Yixing ware is considered the best for enhancing the color, fragrance, and taste of tea.
14th-early 15th century
1970-1980
approx. 1750
approx. 1800-1900
