Figurative white porcelain teapot from Dehua, known as "white from China", China 19th century, offered as a ritual gift. Decor of a teaching scene with the sage and the young disciple near a stylized animal forming the spout in the shape of a rabbit. In Chinese iconography, the jade rabbit (Yu Tu) is the lunar animal associated with Chang’e, symbolizing longevity, gentleness, and good fortunes. Lid with a geometric pattern. Maximum dimensions: 13 x 9.2 x Height 11.5 cm. Weight: 324 grams. I note the presence of a restoration at one handle as well as a hairline crack at the base. Very careful shipping worldwide. Materials from: China.