A Chinese Silver Metal Elephant Teapot

Late 19th century, band encircles the foot with bats, clouds, and Buddhist treasure motifs, elephant wears a blanket and the teapot cover is domed over a lotus motif with pointed finial, with arched handle
underside with four character apocryphal Qianlong mark.

6 1/2 x 6 1/4 x 3 in.

Good estate condition; some scattered areas of discoloration and surface wear; handle with rubbing and wear from use.