A SOAPSTONE TEAPOT AND COVER18th/19th centuryCarved in openwork relief with squirrels clambering amongst trailing fruiting grapevines, the handle modelled as entwined vine branches, all on an incised wave pattern ground, the spout incised and heightened in gilt with detailing of a bird.11.5cm (4 1/2in) high (2).For further information on this lot please visit theCondition Report: Natural veins, russet and imperfections of the stone. Two chips to the cover rim, the biggest, approx. 0.9cm. Nibbles to the edges.