The large vessel is affixed with a hinged vertical strap handle and the tapered body is decorated with horizontal brass straps leading up to the semi-circular curved spout. The upper surface is pierced with five holes allowing for the flow of the liquid.Catalogue notes: teapots, 'dombo', form part of Mongolian traditional tableware used to serve milk tea and can be made from wood, copper, or silver.Origin: MongoliaPeriod: 19th centurySizes: 33.60 cm. H13.23 in. H