Antique Sterling Silver Teapot

This exceptional, fine and impressive antique George IV sterling silver teapot has a compressed pumpkin shaped form.

The upper portion of the incurved body is embellished with chased foliate decoration, accented with a floral design to each intersection.

The body of the teapot is further ornamented with the contemporary engraved coat of arms, incorporating to the first portion a cross patonce.

This antique George IV teapot is fitted with a domed hinged hallmarked cover, ornamented with a continuation of incurved ornamentation from the pumpkin shaped body.

The teapot retains the original, large cast sterling silver gourd and foliate finial, securing to the interior with a screw fitment.

This exceptional example of antique silverware is fitted with an impressive sterling silver C shaped handle with an exceptional scrolling leaf decorated thumbpiece and sockets, in addition to further layered foliate designs to the handpiece.

The teapot is fitted with a fine and impressive swan necked spout, embellished to the lower portion and lip with further chased leaf designs.
This 19th century teapot in sterling silver is supported by four bracket style feet, embellished with impressive scroll and leaf designs.

This exceptional teapot was crafted by the renowned and collectable London silversmith Charles Fox II.

Condition
This antique 19th century silver teapot is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
The teapot has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.
The interior of the teapot has been professionally cleaned and is ready for use.
The chased and cast decoration is all very sharp.
Full hallmarks struck to the underside, in addition to part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of George IV silverware.

Dimensions
Length from back of handle to tip of spout 31.2cm/12.28′
Width 17.9cm/7.05′
Height 15.5cm/6.1′

Weight
26.5 troy ounces/824.9g

Date: 1829
Origin: London, England

SKU: C8192