Discovery
Description:
Chinese Export Oval Porcelain Teapot and Undertray, early 19th century, the teapot with fruit-form knop and entwined strap handle with foliate terminals, both decorated with cobalt blue and gilt mantle and shield with monogram, ht. 5 1/4, dia. 10, 7 in.
Estimate $300-500
Several small spots of cobalt enamel and gilt loss otherwise very good condition, no chips, cracks, repairs, or losses, gilt gone from fruit knop.
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