Yang Pengnian: A pewter-encased yixing teapot and cover. Photo courtesy California Asian Art Auction Gallery.

Of cylindrical bamboo sections form, with the exterior encased in pewter, incised with calligraphy, cabbage, radish, and bamboo. The handle, spout tip, and finial all made with jade, the lid with insertion design. W: 6 1/2 in (16.5 cm) H: 4 1/4 in (10.8 cm). Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,000

California Asian Art Auction Gallery USA. March 14, 2014. 123 S. Mission Dr. San Gabriel, CA, 91776 USA - Phone: 888-977-9588 - Email: info@californiaasianartauction.com