Teapot 1800

Aoki Mokubei, a prominent Japanese potter, crafted this intricately designed teapot in 1800. Known for his mastery of the Shino style, Mokubei adorned the teapot with intricate carvings of stylized birds, flowers, and geometric patterns. The vessel's rounded form and distinctive handle showcase the artist's skill in shaping and decorating ceramic, exemplifying the beauty and functionality of Japanese tea ceremony ware. This ceramic masterpiece, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Mokubei's lasting legacy in the world of Japanese art.