A Meissen Teapot and Cover in the form of a Cockerel, Circa 1735

A Meissen Teapot and Cover in the form of a Cockerel, Circa 1735

modelled by J. J. Kändler, with its head turned, the spout prodtruding from its neck, its tail feathers forming the handle, its feathers vibrantly painted and gilded, the top with two gilt scrollwork motifs flanking the cover with a dog finial painted with Kakiemon flower sprigs, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue to rear of base

length 6 1/4 in., 16 cm