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A Yixing chrysantemum-molded teapot, late Qing dynasty (1644-1912).
A Yixing chrysantemum-molded teapot, late Qing dynasty (1644-1912).
The body finely molded with narrow petals, with a short curved spout and ear-shaped handle, the cover molded as a chrysanthemum flower which is centered by a pierced bud finial. Height 9 cm.
A tiny chip to inner rim of cover.
Provenance
From the Collection of a Swedish Connoisseur, Stockholm.
More information
The collection is a study collection, accumulated during a lifetime. The collector operated within the field of oriental works of art. Due to his knowledge and sense of quality he was of great help to many of the members on Kinaklubben (The China Club) with members such as the Swedish Crown Prince Gustav Adolf, Emil Hultmark and Carl Kempe. The collection is mainly acquired in Sweden and London.