A SILVER MOUNTED CHINESE GILT AND IRON-RED-DECORATED RELIF-MOULDED TEAPOT AND COVER, YONGZHENG PERIOD (1723-1735) A SILVER MOUNTED CHINESE GILT AND IRON-RED-DECORATED RELIF-MOULDED TEAPOT AND COVER, YONGZHENG PERIOD (1723-1735) A SILVER MOUNTED CHINESE GILT AND IRON-RED-DECORATED RELIF-MOULDED TEAPOT AND COVER, YONGZHENG PERIOD (1723-1735) A SILVER MOUNTED CHINESE GILT AND IRON-RED-DECORATED RELIF-MOULDED TEAPOT AND COVER, YONGZHENG PERIOD (1723-1735)

A SILVER MOUNTED CHINESE GILT AND IRON-RED-DECORATED RELIF-MOULDED TEAPOT AND COVER, YONGZHENG PERIOD (1723-1735)

Reference: ART1004307

The teapot is decorated with moulded and applique chrysanthemum and prunus flowers growing on branches, decorated with gilding and iron-red enamels. The cover is similarly decorated. The handle, spout, and finial are mounted in silver decorated with birds. 12 by 15.3 cm.

PROVENANCE Private collection, the Netherlands