Sale 7573
London, South Kensington
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1 May 1997
Price realised
GBP 218
Estimate
A Newhall oval teapot and cover printed and painted in colours with chinoiserie figures, late 18th century -- 15.5cm. high; and a Newhall teabowl and saucer painted with chinoiserie figures
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