Chinese Yixing 8 fluted Melon Shaped Teapot, the spout with single hole to inside bottom, with Shaped 8 part Mouth fitting to inside line of cover; Fu Dog & Brocade Ball finial; marks to base and inside cover. Width from handle to spout 6 3/4 inches (16.5 cm.).

Light age related wear with 2 small chips and a few small flakes to teapot mouth, tiny flake to cover top, and 2 small flakes to tip of spout with scratch. NOTE: Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Eddie's Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging.