Teapot c. 1755
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This octagonal teapot, made in the mid-18th century, is a fine example of the "Chinese taste" prevalent in European ceramics during the time. It features a glazed earthenware body with elaborate, molded, chinoiserie decoration, including figures and landscapes. The handle and spout are crafted in a mottled brown glaze, while the lid features a whimsical, seated animal figure, adding to the teapot's charm. This teapot, now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases the artistic influences of Chinese art on Western craftsmanship.
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Similar to the Wieldon plate, this teapot is made of earthenware vividly decorated with colored glazes. The pagoda, flowers, and furnishings on the faceted sides of the teapot, as well as the camel finial, were taken from Asian designs. During the 18th century, Europeans and Americans alike were fascinated by products imported from the Far East and by accounts of travel to exotic places such as China, Japan, and India. People surrounded themselves with chinoiserie prints, furniture, textiles, and ceramics influenced by Eastern designs.
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