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Antique Silver George II Bullet Teapot Made in 1750
William Walter Antiques Ltd
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Antique Silver George II Bullet Teapot Made in 1750

18th century
Description

A wonderful George II antique silver teapot of bullet form onto a circular foot.

The flush hinged lid and top is engraved with the original scroll and mask decoration.

The lid has a fruit wood finial and the pot retainers its wooden handle.

The teapot has an impressive spout with a plain applied moulded border to the lip.

This is one of the finest examples of a bullet teapot we have ever owned.

Dimensions: width from handle to spout 20.5 cm, height to finial 10.5 cm.

Weight including handle 13.5 troy oz.

Capacity, 480 ml.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
20.5cm (8.07")
Declaration

William Walter Antiques Ltd has dated this George II Silver Bullet Teapot to the 18th Century.

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SA1001041
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W31x26
Description
A wonderful George II antique silver teapot of bullet form onto a circular foot.

The flush hinged lid and top is engraved with the original scroll and mask decoration.

The lid has a fruit wood finial and the pot retainers its wooden handle.

fig 1. A George II sterling silver bullet teapot featuring a spherical body, dark wooden handle, straight tapered spout, and a circular foot.
fig 1. Antique Silver George II Bullet Teapot Made in 1750

The teapot has an impressive spout with a plain applied moulded border to the lip.

This is one of the finest examples of a bullet teapot we have ever owned.

Dimensions: width from handle to spout 20.5 cm, height to finial 10.5 cm.

Weight including handle 13.5 troy oz.

Capacity, 480 ml.

Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
20.5cm (8.07")
Date of Manufacture

William Walter Antiques Ltd has dated this George II Silver Bullet Teapot to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1001041
Dealers Internal Ref
W31x26
William Walter Antiques Ltd
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Archive I A George II sterling silver bullet teapot featuring a spherical body, dark wooden handle, straight tapered spout, and a circular foot.

Antique Silver George II Bullet Teapot made in 1750

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53-64 Chancery Lane
London
WC2A 1QS
United Kingdom
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A George II sterling silver bullet teapot featuring a spherical body, dark wooden handle, straight tapered spout, and a circular foot.
Antique Silver George II Bullet Teapot made in 1750
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A George II sterling silver bullet teapot featuring a spherical body, dark wooden handle, straight tapered spout, and a circular foot.
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A bullet teapot is defined by its compact, spherical body mounted on a circular pedestal foot, a style that became prominent during the George II period in mid-18th-century Britain.

These teapots were predominantly crafted from hallmarked sterling silver, incorporating carved ebonised wood or fruitwood handles to isolate heat from the metal body.

Authenticity is verified through struck British hallmarks, including the sterling lion passant, town mark, date letter, and makers mark corresponding to the 17271760 date range.

Positioning an antique teapot on a sideboard, drinks tray, or styled shelving unit introduces historical craftsmanship and metallic texture to modern living or dining spaces.

Apply non-abrasive silver polish with a soft cotton cloth, taking care to avoid getting moisture on the organic wooden handle to prevent swelling or surface deterioration.
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