Staffordshire Teapot with Parrot Decoration in the Persian Taste

English, mid-18th century, salt glazed ceramic, decorated with parrots on a branch surrounded by floral sprays, with latticework motif borders, removable lid with acorn finial, unmarked save restoration label for Harry A. Eberhardt & Son Inc. of Philadelphia.

5 1/4 x 6 1/2 x 4 1/4 in.

From the Collection of Josephine Chapman Borthwick, Pinehurst, North Carolina

Restoration to spout tip, lid and finial, and upper handle.