On offer is a Chinese Yixing purple clay teapot dating to the first half of the 20th century. This small hand painted teapot is formed in traditional Yixing zisha clay and decorated with enamelled floral and scrolling motifs in a restrained palette, reflecting classical Chinese decorative taste.

Yixing teapots have been produced in Jiangsu province since the Ming dynasty and are prized for their unglazed purple clay, which enhances the flavour of tea over time. This example is a signed piece with an impressed seal mark to the base, indicating workshop production rather than later export ware. The compact form and careful hand painting make this Chinese Yixing teapot a pleasing and authentic example of early 20th century craftsmanship.

A fine example of a Chinese Yixing teapot that brings character and authenticity to any collection of Asian ceramics.

KEY FEATURES
✅ Genuine Yixing purple clay with enamelled decoration
✅ Hand painted floral and scrolling motifs
✅ Chinese origin with impressed base mark
✅ Condition: A couple of small chips visible and clearly shown in images
✅ Signed example with impressed seal mark
✅ Size: 4.25 by 2.5 inches

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