- 191
A Philip Christian, Liverpool teapot and cover, circa 1770-75
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- PORCELAIN
- 16.5cm., 6 1/2 in. high
of globular form with a ribbed handle, painted with two large and eight small gilt-edged panels of flowers against an enamelled scale blue ground, beneath a gilt dentil border.
Provenance
The Rous Lench Collection, Christie's, London, 29th May 1990, lot 440
Acquired from Simon Spero, London, April 2001
Acquired from Simon Spero, London, April 2001
Literature
Maurice Hillis, Liverpool Porcelain, 1756-1804, 2011, p. 229, pl. 6.15
Condition
Minor typical wear to the gilding, particularly to the finial of the cover. Some black specking to the glaze.
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."