| Shao Da-heng was a great artisan in the Daoguang-Xianfeng reign (1821-1861) of the Qing dynasty. Pictured is one of his works "Teapot with Fish Metamorphosing into Dragon Decoration" which has been passed down through the centuries. This teapot is generally mauve in colour with a carp and a dragon half hidden in clouds and water. The whole composition is sophisticated and refined. The flexible dragon's head on the lid is a pleasant surprise as the head can be made to stick out when pouring water. It is a cleverly made vessel with classic antique flavour. |
