Object Description
A charming little bullet shaped teapot of plain simple form with a shaped panelled spout and wooden handle. Elegant small size. The bullet shaped teapot is typical of the George II period and this Swiss example shares all the quality characteristics including an inset hinge and cast silver foot. The lid is finely hand engraved with fruit, flowers and foliate scrolls.
Contains 460ml.
Total weight 368 grams, 11.8 troy ounces.
Height 12.2cm. Spread 19cm.
Lausanne, Switzerland. Circa 1750.
Maker Pierre de Moliere.
Marks. Stamped underneath with Swiss silver marks for Lausanne with fineness 11 deniers (91.6% pure), and maker’s mark “PDM”.
Maker: Pierre de Moliere
Pierre de Moliere (1710-1785), Swiss silversmith, working in Lausanne. A maker of good quality teapots, caddies, casters and candlesticks.
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