Yixing Zisha Wares - 15th November 2011

Lot 98

An enamelled Yixing teapot and cover 18th century

Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £2000

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Description

An enamelled Yixing teapot and cover 18th century, the globular body decorated with large butterflies in flight amongst peony and lotus, the handle and spout with blue enamel detailing, 17.5cm. (2) Provenance: the Arthur J Harris collection. Illustrated: Patrice Valfré, Yixing Teapots for Europe, no.324.