Yixing Zisha Wares - 15th November 2011

Lot 216

A small Yixing teapot and cover 18th century

Estimate £1,500 - £2,500 | Hammer £2000

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Description

A small Yixing teapot and cover 18th century, the cylindrical body with three horizontal bands applied with peony flowers and leaves, the cover finial and handle linked by a gilt metal chain, 13cm. (2) Provenance: from the private collection of Jos and Carla Ott. Cf. Patrice Valfré, Yixing Teapots for Europe, no.251 for a similar but taller example.