Lead-glazed Astbury type redware pectin shaped teapot Staffordshire circa 1750

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Dated: 1750 Staffordshire English

An exceptionally rare pottery lead-glazed pectin shaped teapot the spout bamboo-shaped, the handle formed as a serpent, and the cover finial a Dog of Fo. The fine detail is achieved by pouring liquid clay into a mold, a technique known as slip casting, both sides of the modeling are identical. The evolution of this type of ware started in the early 18th century with the Elers Brothers, Astury, and Samuel Bell, all located in the Staffordshire area. The teapot retains the paper label of Jonathan Horne the British Pottery dealer and author and featured in his important curated annual 2004 exhibition.

Dimensions: 4.75 inches high

Current Condition: Very fine condition

Provenance: With Jonathan Horne London and then a private USA Collection

Literature: Page 21 figure ref 04/19 Jonathns Horne exhibition catalogue 2004 titled English Pottery and related works of art.

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Description

An exceptionally rare pottery lead-glazed pectin shaped teapot the spout bamboo-shaped, the handle formed as a serpent, and the cover finial a Dog of Fo.
The fine detail is achieved by pouring liquid clay into a mold, a technique known as slip casting, both sides of the modeling are identical.
The evolution of this type of ware started in the early 18th century with the Elers Brothers, Astury, and Samuel Bell, all located in the Staffordshire area.
The teapot retains the paper label of Jonathan Horne the British Pottery dealer and author and featured in his important curated annual 2004 exhibition.

Additional information

Dimensions 4.75 in