Question 1

Is “Teapot” in the public domain?

Accepted Answer

Yes. “Teapot” is public domain and released under CC0, so it is free to download and reuse for any purpose, including commercially, with no permission needed.

Question 2

Who created “Teapot”?

Accepted Answer

Nymphenburg Porcelain Factory, German, established by 1753 (1765–1770).

Question 3

Where is “Teapot” from?

Accepted Answer

It is catalogued from the open collection of Smithsonian Open Access and is free to reuse under CC0.

Question 4

Can I use “Teapot” commercially for free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As a CC0 public-domain work it can be used commercially, modified and redistributed with no fee and no attribution required.

Title	Teapot
Artist	Nymphenburg Porcelain Factory, German, established by 1753
Date	1765–1770 18th century
Medium	hard paste porcelain, vitreous enamel, gold
Classification	ceramics
Origin	Germany Germany
Holding institution	Smithsonian Open Access
Credit line	Museum purchase through gift of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt
Rights	Public domain (CC0)

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