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A circa-1643 transitional blue-and-white teapot with prunus decoration, salvaged from a South China Sea wreck and carrying a collection label.
Catalogue estimate
- USD · US dollarsOriginal estimate
- $200–$400
- CNY · Chinese yuanReference equivalent
- CN¥1,342–CN¥2,683
Reference rates dated 2026-09-14 · Conversions rounded to whole currency units; settlement follows the original currency and agreed fees. Rate source
Estimates exclude buyer’s premium, OACA agency fees, taxes and delivery; they are not guaranteed purchase prices.
Apply for OACA bidding agencyCollecting notes & condition
Selected for its tightly dated transitional context, shipwreck history and compact utilitarian form.
A small firing flaw at the foot/body junction, foot wear, one minute spout frit and lid/body contact wear are reported. Located in St. Paul, Minnesota, USA; pickup and shipping options are listed. Confirm packing, insurance, taxes and cross-border obligations. Buyer's premium is 30%. The estimate is not a sale price or value guarantee; OACA provides non-exclusive agency service only.
OACA has not inspected this object. Confirm condition, provenance and applicable costs before authorizing a bid.
OACA agency & deposit
This OACA recommendation accepts participation through our agency service. It is not an OACA-owned lot. Apply for a reviewed quotation, confirm spending limits and arrange a deposit of 50% of the agreed estimate. If not won, the full deposit is refundable under your accepted quotation. No bid or payment is made by submitting this form.
Recommendation checked 2026-10-28