Lot 67
A nineteenth century Russian silver teapot, the compressed melon shape with applied foliate rim...
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Lot 67
A 19th century Russian silver teapot
Lot 67
Lot Description
A nineteenth century Russian silver teapot, the compressed melon shape with applied foliate rim enclosing an inset hinged lid with flower finial, above a plain body with engraved initials 'A.S', having a zoomorphic spout and scrolled handle with further foliate detail, and the whole raised on four acanthus scroll feet. Russian assay marks for St. Petersburg, date probably 1843, impressed mark A.SPER and tentatively attributed to Adolf Shper (1821-1857), with repeated initial engraving. Length including handle and spout 10 5/8 inches (27 cm), gross weight 25.62 ozt (796.7 grams).
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Postable
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Displaying general surface wear, marks and scratches commensurate with the age and use.
Also appears tarnished throughout and would benefit from a clean and polish.
A few minor surface dints and bumps, including some more notable to the underside. There also appears to be a small hole in the metal, in the neck below the rim.
Teapot lid is closed flush but appears to be firmly stuck in place and cannot be opened.
Some fixing pins missing around the insulators of the handle so there is some sideways movement. Ivory insulators with some chips and cracks.
Residues of gilding, especially to the lid. Possible gilding to the whole at some stage?
Marks are located to underside and are clearly legible.
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