An intricate mid-20th-century Asian hand-carved soapstone teapot featuring high-relief openwork floral borders and a removable lid surmounted by a bird finial. Carved from soft natural soapstone showing mottled tones of cream, jade green, and reddish-pink veins, this decorative vessel displays traditional relief carving techniques around the shoulder and rim. Shows natural inclusions, surface wear, and minor chipping to delicate raised floral edges consistent with age and the softness of the stone medium. Removable lid is intact. Small chip at the handle.