A STAFFORDSHIRE WHITE SALT-GLAZED STONEWARE TEAPOT AND COVER, CIRCA 1750

the globular body finely molded with three pecten shells surrounded with oak leaves and acorns, splashed with blue slip.

The rim edge of the teapot is restored, possibly covering short haircrack/s or small rimchip/s. There is an approximate 1/8-inch haircrack running down from the tip of the spout. There is a tiny abrasion/chip to the lower terminal of the handle and three small areas with firing-related speckles and glaze abrasions along the handle. The cobalt blue has misfired in one place on the body, giving the appearance of a small burst bubble. There is a tiny chip to one paw foot and another foot has a tiny chip to the underside of the foot, hardly visible from the exterior. The cover is in good condition.
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.
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