Lot 354
  • 354

A Dutch silver melon shaped teapot, Lucas van Giffen II, Groningen, 1783-1784

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • silver, ebony
  • 15cm., 5 7/8 in high
fluted, realisticalluy cast and chased leaves spout and support, flower and leave cover and finial, wood handle, later Dutch control mark

Condition

The lid a little wobbly. Replacement handle. overall good condition, marks reasonably clear.
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