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American & Southern | Session I | November 13, 2025

Thu, Nov 13, 2025 02:00PM EST
Lot 1551

Chinese Export Porcelain Covered Teapot, New York State

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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circa 1790, with coat of arms for the State of New York, initialed "J.B.M." or "I.B.M.", enamel and gilt diapering and banding, 5-1/4 x 8-1/2 x 4-3/4 in.

Provenance: Philip Suval, Inc., Fredericksburg, Virginia, August 8, 1997 (accompanied by copy of receipt); Collection of Karen Shackleford Moore, Baltimore, Maryland

Note: For a similar example, please see Chinese Armorial Porcelain, Volume I by David Sanctuary Howard, p. 700.

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Philip Suval, Inc., Fredericksburg, Virginia, August 8, 1997 (accompanied by copy of receipt); Collection of Karen Shackleford Moore, Baltimore, Maryland

some loss to enamel and gilt, hairline to lid, break and associated repair to tip of spout (see blacklight photos) Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.