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Chinese Export Porcelain American Market Sailor’s Farewell Teapot

CA: LATE 18TH CENTURY

Description

Decorated with a sailor and his love embraced in anticipation of his departure on a voyage.  They are situated on a hill next to harbor with his ship visible and notably flying the American flag.  This is a rare early depiction of a scene more often found with British ship.
Height: 5 ⅜ inches (14.5 cm.)

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