Qing Landscape- The Palace Museum Collection

Ornamentations usually embroidered on imperial robes of Qing Dynasty are displayed in a modern context on the exterior of this uniquely shaped teapot to illustrate the aesthetics of imperial style. These motifs, sacred symbols for the emperor, include mountains by the sea, symbolizing protection of his regency, fire, standing for his honesty, golden wheels, meaning eternal reign, ruyi heads, meaning power, and bats, symbolizing good luck.

Teapot: L18.8 W13 H13.4 CM

Cup: L12.1 W9.3 H6.6 CM

Saucer: L15.3 W15.3 H1.5 CM