Decorative Arts Auction

June 17, 2014

LOT 128

Lot 128

Worcester ‘Hop Trellis’ Teapot and Stand, c.1770-75

Worcester ‘Hop Trellis’ Teapot and Stand, c.1770-75
Lot 128 Details
Worcester ‘Hop Trellis’ Teapot and Stand, c.1770-75

of fluted barrel form, painted with alternating panels of green leaves with red berries and purple foliage between lilac and turquoise ground borders embellished with gilding
finial chip
height 5.5" — 14 cm., diameter 5.9" — 15 cm.

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $5,760
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Worcester ‘Hop Trellis’ Teapot and Stand, c.1770-75
  • Worcester ‘Hop Trellis’ Teapot and Stand, c.1770-75
Provenance:

Label with D.M. & P. Manheim, New York

Note:

A member of the Sèvres style ‘Hop Trellis’ family, this variant is sometimes known as ‘Holly Berry’

CONDITION DETAILS

One petal missing and two very minor chips to flower knop; tiny glaze chip at top edge rim of the cover and another just below the rim of the stand are barely significant; otherwise substantially in good condition

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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