Chinese Gilt Cloisonne Teapot w/ Squirrel & Tree Design

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Chinese Gilt Cloisonne Teapot w/ Squirrel & Tree Design Early 19th century, Chinese This very rare and unusual teapot is cast with gilt squirrels to the spout, handle, and lid. Lid is enameled in a lwaf shape with squirrel on top. Body design features flowers in bloom. Bottom has fine gold gilt with wear to high points. With associated Chinese hardwood stand with four feet. Cataloguer's Note: There are two other known examples of this type, one in a museum and the other in a private collection.

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