Teapot

Creator William Thomson (1777-1833)

Accession number 60.103.45

Unique identifier MN133800

Description Teapot from tea service with raised melon-reeding oblong body with diamonds at the top of the reeds, die-rolled floral-and-leaf borders in three sizes at lip, shoulder, juncture of the body and pedestal base, and edge of stepped oval pedestal, S-scroll handle with ivory rings, cast gooseneck spout with bird's-head tip and acanthus foliage at the base, hinged cover ornamented with repoussé-chased foliate and foliage motifs, and cast basket-of-flowers finial. Inscription: Engraved with script initials, the initials are worn: MCC [or] GMC. Engraved on side opposite initials: [crown.] Scratched on base: 36/ 6. Mark: Struck on inside of foot: W. Thomson.

Dated 1825-1840

Object Type tea service, teapot

Physical dimensions H: 9 1/4 in. W: 14 in. D: 6 in.

Medium ivory (tooth component), silver (metal)

File dimensions 18.3 in × 18.3 in at 300dpi
46.5 cm × 46.5 cm at 300dpi

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