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A Longton Hall relief-moulded teapot and cover, circa 1755-58
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- 14.3cm., 5 5/8 in. high
of lobed form with a bird's head spout picked out in puce and yellow, the body moulded with garlands of flowers and painted with flower sprays, some restoration.
Provenance
The Bernard M. Watney Collection, Phillips, London, 1st November 2000, lot 861
Literature
Frank Tilley, Teapots and Tea, 1957, pl. XXX, no. 93
Condition
The handle has been broken and re-stuck at both terminals. There are a series of body cracks in the base of the teapot which have been secured with two rivets, these have since been removed and the holes filled.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."