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Teapot
Possibly by: De Grieksche A (Greek A) factory (1657–1818)
Dutch (Delft)
about 1678-1685
Object Place: Europe, Delft, The Netherlands
Medium/Technique
Tin-glazed earthenware
Dimensions
17 x 14.2 x 11.8 cm (6 11/16 x 5 9/16 x 4 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Arthur Mason Knapp Fund
Accession Number1971.399
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsCeramics – Pottery – Earthenware
DescriptionTea pot (based on a Japanese wine pot) made in one piece (the lid is integral to body). Chinoiserie decoration in gray-blue, with simple scroll-decorated handle. Glaze on edge of spout and foot; worn old chip on edge of cover.
ProvenancePurchased by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston from Nystad Antiquairs Lochem N.V., Lochem, The Netherlands, November 1971 (Accession Date: November 10, 1971)