Teapot, China, Ming Dynasty, circa 1645. Porcelain. a) Teapot: 4 1/4 x 7 1/8 x 4 1/2 in. (10.8 x 18.1 x 11.43 cm); b) Lid: 1 3/4 x 2 1/8 in. (4.45 x 5.4 cm). Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Purchased with funds provided by Mr. and Mrs. Richard Irmas, Patricia H. and Bernadotte P. Lester, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Ratner, Dr. and Mrs Stanley Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Worms, Mrs. Corrine Miller in honor of the birth of Mallory Beth Ruden, and anonymous donors (M.85.192a-b). Photo © Museum Associates/LACMA