Date:1890 - 1920 (c.)
Description:This giant teapot, inscribed in English and Chinese, is made of painted and gilded papier mache. It was moulded in one piece, and has a non-removable lid. The teapot would have been the sign for either a grocer's shop or tea merchant's counter. Height 777mm, Length 938mm, Width 472mm
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This giant teapot, inscribed in English and Chinese, is made of painted and gilded papier mache. It ...
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Source: Compton Verney House Trust
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