Teapot
Date1780-1800
OriginEngland, Staffordshire
MediumLead-glazed earthenware (china glaze / pearlware)
DimensionsOH: 6" without lid; 7 3/4" with lid
OD: 5 7/8" without handle; 10 3/8" with handle
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1992-70,A&B
DescriptionPunch pot: drum-shaped body rises to tapering cylindrical neck topped by a slightly domed lid with round knop; vine-molded spout opposite ear-shaped strap handle. Profusely decorated in blue with the "Chinese House" pattern and a variety of stylized floral motifs.Markings"Bull's eye" concentric circles on base.
