A KAKIEMON TEAPOT AND COVER, EDO PERIOD, LATE 17TH CENTURY

THE PROPERTY OF A LADY
A KAKIEMON TEAPOT AND COVER, EDO PERIOD, LATE 17TH CENTURY

a six lobed teapot with slightly domed cover decorated in iron red, green, blue and black enamels and gilt with birds among flower sprays, the cover with knop finial
16 cm., 6¼ in. long

Condition Report:
- Small frit to spout.
- Slight glaze fault on the handle.

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Provenance:
William Joseph Baron van Brienen (1760–1839), Mayor of Amsterdam and thence by descent.