Paris Porcelain Teapot Painted With Insects, c1790

Description

Late 18th century French hard paste porcelain teapot & cover, decorated with hand painted butterflies, insects and scattered gilt flowers.
Paris, circa 1790
Height : 5½” (14cm)
Length overall: 8¼” (21cm)
Condition :  No damage or restoration. Evidence of ‘kiln adhesion’ to base, with associated chipping and stress cracks, very faint glaze/stress cracks to the lid.
Stock ref : 17783/ykx-
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