£5850
Dated: 1750 to 1760 Staffordshire
The rare pottery teapot has fine agateware decoration and a lead glaze, and is supported by three paws with lion-mask terminals. The small globular shape is a reminder of the expense of tea in the 18th century. The cover features a well-modeled finial in the form of a Kylin. Traditionally attributed to Thos Whieldon Pottery
Dimensions: 4 inches high 6.5 inches long
Current Condition: Original firing detail filled at the handle and minor chip under the spout. Hairline at cover.
Literature: A Passion for Pottery, further selections from the Henry Weldon Collection by Peter Williams and Pat Halfpenny.
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The rare pottery teapot has fine agateware decoration and a lead glaze, and is supported by three paws with lion-mask terminals. The small globular shape is a reminder of the expense of tea in the 18th century. The cover features a well-modeled finial in the form of a Kylin.
Traditionally attributed to Thos Whieldon Pottery
| Dimensions | 6.5 × 4 in |
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