Pair of presentation gold mounted bowenite teapots
Pair of presentation gold mounted bowenite teapots
England
Second half of the 18th century
Bowenite, yellow metal, fabric (case), white metal (case); casting, chasing, carving, mounting
Teapots: 1) 6.9 x 9.8 x 6.0 cm; 2) 6.2 x 10.1 x 6.2 cm; case: 7.2 x 22.0 x 14.0 cm
A pair of matching bowenite miniature teapots. Each is of a compressed spherical form, fitted with a detachable lid surmounted by a circular finial, a short spout, and a loop handle. The bodies of the teapots are encased in a pierced mount featuring allegorical figures on both sides, surrounded by C-scrolls, foliage, and flowers. The mounts of the teapots are crafted in the Rococo style from yellow metal. The teapots are housed in a rectangular case adorned with applied metal depiction of the Russian Imperial Crown and the inscription: "СВ".
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