18th century, a porcelain teapot with family crest, cobalt blue diaper borders and sprays to braided handle and cover.

5 3/4 x 9 1/2 x 5 1/4 in.

Private Collection, Virginia Beach, Virginia Collected by the consignor and her husband with the guidance of David Sanctuary Howard, who literally wrote the book on Chinese Armorial porcelain. The couple began collecting during the 1970s from galleries and auction houses across Europe and the United States, and even from Howard himself. This collection is a very special offering of some rare and wonderful pieces collected over a lifetime with great care and passion.

Repaired spout and flake to underside of spout tip, and minor nick to the foot rim of the lid.