A CHINESE EXPORT CRESTED TEAPOT AND COVER circa 1730

the spherical body painted on either side with the crest of Merry above shoots of green bamboo within the interstices formed by a deep rose and gilt Y-diapered ruyi-lappet border interrupted at the faceted spout and handle by a rose and green peony sprig, the cover similarly bordered.  Small chips on the spout and knop.

Sold, Sotheby's, New York, December 4, 1984, lot 375

David Sanctuary Howard, Chinese Armorial Porcelain, Volume II, p. 165, no. E12, illustrated and the service discussed

Tiny chips to edge of the spout and a 1/4-in. slice chip along the side of the spout, 3/8 x 1/8 inch chip to knop with frit, interior cover flange with minute crack.
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.

This service is mentioned in Howard 1974, p. 847.