Teapot

Art Historical Context

This delicate teapot, crafted in the early 19th century during Japan's period (1615–1868), the refined artistry of Banko ware type of pottery renowned for its vibrant enamel decorations applied over a glazed surface. Standing just 2½ inches (6.4 cm) tall, its petite scale suggests it was designed for intimate tea gatherings or as a collector's treasure, reflecting the era's thriving tea culture amid Japan's isolationist policies. Banko ware emerged in the late 18th century in Mie Prefecture, where potters like Banko Yaichi perfected techniques for molding porcelain-like bodies and firing colo...