A FINE AND RARE MAYBE DEHUA BLANC DE CHINE SOFT-PASTE PORCELAIN ‘DRAGON AND PHOENIX’ TEAPOT AND COVER CHINA, QING DYNASTY The body is of compressed round shape and is adorned with the body of a bird whose face and beak are forming the spout. Opposite to the latter is a C-scroll handle formed by the arched body of a dragon. The domed cover has a steam vent below the arched body of a smaller dragon. The point of the spout has a small kintsugi restoration. H: 10,5 cm Notes: 1. This piece may also be described as a wine pot and cover. 2. Whilst similar dehua teapots or winepots have a handle formed by the arched body of a dragon and some other similar pieces have a spout shaped as a bird face, this piece stands out in the sense that a complete bird is rendered, with its body deployed on the side of the spout. This denotes a high-quality piece created by a skilful potter. 3. For a related dehua teapot very similar to ours for its finial and its handle and dated to the 17th-18th century, please refer to CHRISTIE’S New York, USA, 2012-09-14, lot 1494, sold for USD 22,500. 精美稀有的德化“龙凤”带盖白瓷茶壶 中国，清代中期 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.