Teapot
Date1770-1780
Maker
William Greatbatch
(1735-1813)
OriginEngland, Staffordshire
MediumEarthenware, lead-glazed (creamware) with green, brown, yellow, and blue
DimensionsOverall: 4 3/4in. (12.1cm)
Credit LineGift of Mr. Harry H. Coon
Object number2005-196,A&B
DescriptionCreamware "fruit basket" pattern teapot and lid, the body press-molded on either side with a wickerwork basket of assorted fruit and foliage picked out in manganese-brown, teal blue, ochre, and green, the molded fruit partially concealing the basket handle, and the bullet-shaped body with a foliate-molded spout and fluted ear-shaped handle, and the cover with a flowerhead knop.ProvenancePurchased from David Newbon, London, England, 6/2/1978
Previously owned by Harry H. Coon of Glenview, IL
