Lot 256 , A Chinese Export famille rose teapot and cover, 18th century
A Chinese Export famille rose teapot and cover, 18th century
Estimate £100-150
Inner rim of the teapot has a shallow splinter chip with a hairline crack emanating from it. Base rim of the teapot also has a few minor shallow chips, teapot has some wear to the enamel and some losses also. There are several typical minor flaws in the manufacture. Height of teapot is 11.5cm
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Sold for £120