Teapot

CultureEnglish
Titles
  • Teapot
Datec. 1765–1780
Possible placeLeeds, England
MediumLead-glazed earthenware (creamware)
Dimensions5 × 8 × 4 7/8 in. (12.7 × 20.3 × 12.4 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Dean L. Rockwell
Object numberB.97.35.A,.B
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Kilroy Center
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Department
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Object Type
DescriptionIn the mid-1700s, English potters developed a light- or cream-colored earthenware body that, when coated with a lead glaze, yielded wares with a glassy, shiny surface. Josiah Wedgwood continued to refine this pottery, which he later called “Queens’ Ware” because of a commission he received from Queen Charlotte in 1765. Many potteries produced these wares, employing numerous techniques to decorate them. The style of decoration on this teapot recalls that of delftware, which was then declining in popularity against salt-glazed stoneware and creamware. In all probability, it represents the work of an artist who was previously employed to decorate tin-glazed wares.
ProvenanceMr. and Mrs. Dean L. Rockwell, Houston; given to MFAH, 1997.
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