Yang Pengnian: An inscribed Yixing tripod teapot. Photo courtesy California Asian Art Auction Gallery.

Of conical form and supported by three short stub feet, the well-potted teapot's body inscribed with calligraphy by Man Sheng, the round handle arches above the bridge-like finial, the straight round spout raises upwards, and the clay of reddish-orange color. Bottom bears four character "Yang Pengnian" mark, and two character mark beneath the lid. Dimensions: H: 5 in (12.8 cm) W: 5 3/4 in (14.7 cm). Estimated Price: $8,500 - $10,000

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