Astbury type teapot with Royal Arms applied decorations mid 18th century Staffordshire England

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£1650

Dated: 1750 to 1760 Staffordshire England

Astbury type lead glazed teapot decorated with applied white Royal Armorials incorporating a crown , a lion and a unicorn made in the mid 18th century Staffordshire England. The cover is a fine tinker made replacement. The diminutive scale illustrates the high cost of tea in the 18th century.

Dimensions: 4.25 inches high

Literature: Page 230 A Passion for Pottery the Henry Weldon Collection by Peter Williams and Pat halfpenny

£1650    $2227

Description

Astbury type lead glazed teapot decorated with applied white Royal Armorials incorporating a crown , a lion and a unicorn made in the mid 18th century Staffordshire England.
The cover is a fine tinker made replacement. The diminutive scale illustrates the high cost of tea in the 18th century.

Additional information

Dimensions 4.25 in