Yixing Zisha Wares - 15th November 2011

Lot 26

A cylindrical Yixing teapot and cover mid 18th century

Estimate £500 - £800 | Hammer £450

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Description

A cylindrical Yixing teapot and cover mid 18th century, applied in cream clay with mythical beasts around a central motif, the cover with a lion dog finial, replacement metal spout, 18cm. (2) Provenance: the Arthur J Harris collection. Illustrated: Patrice Valfré, Yixing Teapots for Europe, no.304.