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Teapot (Austria)

This is a teapot. It is dated 1930–35 and we acquired it in 1967. Its medium is nickel-plated brass, wood. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

It is credited Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Gustave Gilbert.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 17 x 25.5 x 14.5 cm (6 11/16 x 10 1/16 x 5 11/16 in.)

It has the following markings

"Austria" marked on saucers, sugar bowl, creamer, pot, and plates.

Cite this object as

Teapot (Austria); nickel-plated brass, wood; H x W x D: 17 x 25.5 x 14.5 cm (6 11/16 x 10 1/16 x 5 11/16 in.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Gustave Gilbert; 1967-85-4-s

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition Ellen DeGeneres Selects.

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