Lot Essay
Although undoubtedly made for the British market, the crest on this teapoy was used by many families and the specific family for whom this service was made has not yet been identified.
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CIRCA 1740
Details
A FAMILLE ROSE CRESTED TEAPOY AND COVER
CIRCA 1740
Finely enamelled and gilt on each side with a large cartouche depicting an 'owl' crest within a rococo surround divided by composite floral sprays, the shoulder with a grisaille and white reserve-decorated leaf scroll band with gilt floral cartouches, all above a pierced foliate scroll band around the foot, the domed cover with a gilt knop finial
5 1/8 in. (13 cm.) high
CIRCA 1740
Finely enamelled and gilt on each side with a large cartouche depicting an 'owl' crest within a rococo surround divided by composite floral sprays, the shoulder with a grisaille and white reserve-decorated leaf scroll band with gilt floral cartouches, all above a pierced foliate scroll band around the foot, the domed cover with a gilt knop finial
5 1/8 in. (13 cm.) high
Special notice
VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price and at 15% on the buyer's premium