Early Chinese Export Tea Caddy, with (Lovely if Unmatched) Stopper representation 11 3/4” x 9” x

11 3/4” x 9” x 2 1/4” and in good condition

Framed: 10 1/8 x 8 1/4 x 1

I love every packed inch of it

utilitarian construction

Early Chinese Export Tea Caddy, with (Lovely if Unmatched) Stopper representation 11 3/4” x 9” xI believe this Chinese export flask shaped porcelain tea caddy dates to the 18th century, made to be further decorated, including with a family crest and or monogram, but never was. Of course I love the minimalist elegance of it as is, with just this pointy eared heart on either side and a line of orange dots along the bottom edge. The 100% perfect vessel for one pale pink peony, I'd say, or one branch of red berries, or any other sort of small