Staffordshire White Salt-glazed Stoneware Camel Teapot and Cover

Description:

Staffordshire White Salt-glazed Stoneware Camel Teapot and Cover, England, c. 1745, slip cast portrayal of a camel on its knees, a howdah with molded panels of Chinese figures and pavilions atop its back, the spout modeled as the head and neck, lg. 9 1/4, ht. 7 1/2 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Cover: Professionally restored throughout.
Pot: Slight chip along rim of howdah. Howdah with 3/4" rim hairline. 2" hairline at camel's shoulder. 1" hairline below side of howdah.


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