Neo-Classical pottery teapot
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Spectacular teapot in pottery 1L of a globular shape with Denmark decoration, by Furnivals; antique English circa 1910.
Condition: minor surface wear
Size: 17 x 15 x 23 cm. Volume: 1L;
Condition: minor surface wear
Size: 17 x 15 x 23 cm. Volume: 1L;
Style note — Neo-classical style looks back at and draws its design inspiration from the ancient Greece and Rome, and uses those elements in decoration. Most neo-classical items are defined by straight and clean lines, elegant repetitive floral patterns, floral garlands and gadrooning.
Facts of Lavish Cool history — tax on tea was so high in the 18th century Britain, that smuggling was a common practice. By 1780 most of the tea consumed was illegally imported.
