Reed & Barton Francis I Teapot 570A American Sterling Silver

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July 01, 2023
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Tags: 570a, american, barton, francis, reed, silver, sterling, teapot

Francis I sterling silver teapot. Made by Reed & Barton in Taunton, Mass. Bellied ovoid body on domed foot, high-looping leaf-capped scroll handle, and leaf-capped s-scroll handle; cover hinged and domed with leafing-scroll quatrefoil finial. Strapwork frames (vacant) on front and back between cornucopias and pendant ribbon-tied flowers. Rims irregular with applied leaves and scrolls. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, pattern name, no. 570A, and phrase “Hand Chased”. Dimensions: H 8 1/2 x L 11 3/8 x W 5 1/8 in. Heavy weight: 35.5 troy ounces.