Ji Wan: A Yixing red clay "Orange Peel" teapot. Photo courtesy California Asian Art Auction Gallery.
Of conical form, the teapot with bright orange exterior and coarse grains, imitating exterior of orange with bumps, the lid has insertion design, with raised edges and bead finial. The bottom with two character "Ji Wan" mark. Dimensions: W: 6 1/4 in (15.8 cm) H: 3 1/4 in (8.3 cm). Estimated Price: $6,000 - $7,500
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