Lot 177 , A Chinese Yixing hexagonal teapot and cover, 18th century, height 12.5cm, loss to sprig on cover

A Chinese Yixing hexagonal teapot and cover, 18th century, with keywork moulding to the neck, the cover modelled with a roaring lion-dog, unmarked, height 12.5cm, loss to sprig on cover
Estimate £500-700

There are some small shallow chips to the inner rim of the teapot and to the foot of the teapot, the cover is missing a sprig in front of the lions mouth and paws, otherwise in good condition with no cracks or restoration.


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Sold for £500