STAFFORDSHIRE ENAMELLED SALT-GLAZED STONEWARE TURQUOISE-GROUND SMALL TEAPOT AND COVER CIRCA 1765

Sotheby Parke Bernet, Inc., New York, Property of Mr. and Mrs. Bertram Rowland, Buckingham, Pennsylvania, March 25, 1977, lot 22.

The cover has a 1/2-in flat chip to its upper edge and a second 1/4-in, chip, apparent mostly on the underside of the edge; 1/8-in. chip and two pinhead chips to the knop. End of the spout restored.
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 but slightly larger teapot and cover was in the Harriet Carlton Goldweitz Collection, sold in these rooms, January 20, 2006, lot 155.