Qing‑Dynasty Zisha Gong‑Dao Pitcher with Lotus‑Leaf and Seed‑Pod Motif (17th‑19th Century A.D.)

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Dimensions：Overall width 9.2cm (3.62 in), overall height 6cm (2.36 in), 17th‑19th Century A.D.Condition & Provenance：The pitcher is fully intact, body, lid and spout are original matching set, no cracks, chips or restoration. Sand‑particle texture is clearly visible, seal mark on base remains legible with thick natural patina, no artificial polishing or alteration. Provenance: Former private collection of a zisha‑ware collector based in Florida, USA. Acquired at Vancouver Asian Antique Fair in 2012, privately preserved within one family for over thirty years. It was only shown in private themed exhibitions of Ming‑Qing zisha and has never been consigned to public auctions.Description：This is a fine Qing‑dynasty zisha fair‑share pitcher for traditional tea ceremony, designed after lotus‑pond scenery. The rounded bulbous body is fitted with a naturalistic folded‑lotus‑leaf spout. Two tuber‑shaped lugs resembling lotus‑root decorate both sides. Lid knob is finely carved as a seed‑pod with distinct seed details, and a small vent hole is pierced through the lid. Seal character mark is stamped on base. Made of dark‑brown coarse clay scattered with golden speckles, it carries heavy genuine aged patina. Figurative zisha art flourished in Qing period, craftsmen drew inspiration from plants to combine practical tea‑ware function with pastoral aesthetic. This small‑sized gong‑dao pitcher exhibits skilled hand‑modelling and carving, perfectly suited for tea‑table use and display. It serves as valuable reference for researching Qing‑dynasty zisha clay, sculptural craftsmanship and traditional tea culture, highly valued by Ming‑Qing zisha collectors from Florida, New York and Hong Kong.

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