Hand-Sculpted Small Ceramic Crescent Moon Shaped Face (and Vase!) asian decor including what I believe is

including what I believe is the edition number

On the side of the chop is incised text

University of Delaware

It is in very good vintage condition

This teapot was designed by Lagardo Tackett for Schmid Porcelain in the 1960s and made in Japan

Hand-Sculpted Small Ceramic Crescent Moon Shaped Face (and Vase!) asian decor including what I believe isI just love this little purple glazed face, shaped like a crescent moon and hollowed out to where it can rest sideways with a bud or two poking out one end. Perhaps more practical would just be to display it on a shelf or to use it as a paperweight; just a sweet and curious little thing. 5 1 2" long x 3 1 2" tall x 2 1 4" deep. Great condition.