A Sèvres teapot and cover (théière chinois) c.1818-27, the hexagonal form glazed a rich pinkish purple with gilt, white and rouge de fer detailing, the spout formed as a dragon's head, printed interlaced Ls mark, an unusual Etruscan-shaped cup with formal gilt designs on a pale blue ground, a Sèvres saucer painted with delicate flower garlands between gilt scroll motifs, a La Courtille saucer decorated in the Sèvres manner with pink roses and panels of ribbon, and a Sèvres-style jewelled saucer, some restoration to the teapot, the cup fire-damaged, 17.3cm max. (6) The théière chinois was designed by A-E Fragonard in April 1818 and put into immediate production. They were produced as standalone pieces and sold separately. Later examples featured more elaborate decoration.