STAFFORDSHIRE AGATEWARE TEAPOT AND COVER CIRCA 1750-60

Raised on three lion-mask-and-paw feet.

Minor small chip to the edge of the cover. The spout has been off and reattached with a museum-type repair; the tip of the spout is restored. A portion of the handle has been broken and restored. There are several short fine haircracks running down from the rim edge and a very minor small chip to the edge of one foot.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

A similar smaller example in the Henry H. Weldon Collection is illustrated in Peter Williams and Pat Halfpenny, Passion for Pottery, Further Selections from the Henry H. Weldon Collection, p. 237, cat. no. 158. Another smaller example was in the Harriet Carlton Goldweitz Collection and was sold in these rooms, January 20, 2006, lot 82.