Small covered wine pot or teapot 1662 - 1722

This small, covered wine pot or teapot, dating from the Kangxi period (1662–1722), is a fine example of Chinese blue-and-white porcelain. The pot is decorated with a repeating design of stylized lotus blossoms and geometric patterns in underglaze blue, a technique that originated in China during the Yuan dynasty (1271–1368). The pot's small size and elegant design make it a perfect example of the craftsmanship and artistic skill of Chinese potters during this time. The piece is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.