STAFFORDSHIRE ENAMELLED SALT-GLAZED STONEWARE TEAPOT AND A COVER CIRCA 1760

Painted on the reverse with a blue flower sprig; affixed with a crabstock spout and handle.

Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, Property of Mr. and Mrs. Bertram Rowland, Buckingham, Pennsylvania, March 25, 1977, lot 27.

Please note that the cover is matched. The edge of the knob has a small chip. The teapot has minor crazing overall. There is some chipping to the inner flange of the teapot along approximately 1/3 of the circumference. The edge of the spout is chipped. There is some very minor and occasional rubbing to the green glaze. Otherwise in good condition.
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 teapot and cover of this shape and related decoration is illustrated in Arnold R. Mountford, The Illustrated Guide to Staffordshire Salt-Glazed Stoneware,pl. 179 (right). A similar example was sold in these rooms, October 21, 1993, lot 105; and another on April 15, 1996, lot 24.