08-14-201008-15-2010
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
August 14, 2010 03:00 PMCalender
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Two Pewter Teapots

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$563$475
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2509Location: MarlboroughDate / Time: August 14, 2010 3:00PM

Description:

Two Pewter Teapots, America, early 19th century, one by George Richardson, Cranston, Rhode Island, 1828-45, with hinged domed lid, "G. RICHARDSON" maker's mark in a rectangle on the base; and a globular teapot by Allen Porter, Westbrook, Maine, 1830-40, with partial "A PORTER" in a rectangle mark on base, (imperfections),ht. 9 1/4, 7 1/4 in., respectively.
Estimate $200-300

Possible repair on body where handled is attached, and several small subtle dents.

Keywords

Allen Porter, George Richardson, Maine, Porter, Rhode Island, Westbrook, Cranston