Teapot 1730 - 1740

This Meissen porcelain teapot, produced between 1730 and 1740, depicts a monkey in a seated position. The monkey's body forms the teapot's vessel, while its tail curves back to create the handle. The spout is fashioned as a curved tube emerging from the monkey's mouth, and the lid is a small cup held in its hand. The intricate detailing and realistic portrayal of the animal, along with the playful use of the monkey's anatomy for the teapot's functional elements, are characteristic of Meissen's renowned artistry.