George IV Sterling Silver Teapot

Description:

George IV Sterling Silver Teapot, London, 1823-24, Phillip Rundell, maker, the squat circular body fluted throughout with an egg-and-dart modeled rim and acanthus-capped spout, ht. 5 1/4 in., approx. 31.2 troy oz.
Estimate $2,000-4,500

In good overall condition with only very minor wear to surface, age-typical shrinkage cracks to handle and finial, and finial with minor crack to base.


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