Antique Paris Teapot, 1840

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Description

An elegant Paris porcelain teapot dating to around 1840, combining a gently scalloped profile with a turquoise ground and brightly … Read more An elegant Paris porcelain teapot dating to around 1840, combining a gently scalloped profile with a turquoise ground and brightly painted floral reserves. The gold borders are neatly applied, framing each vignette in the lively manner associated with the Jacob Petit circle.

The underglaze pseudo-Sèvres stroke beneath the base is characteristic of mid-19th-century Paris workshops—small independent studios that produced expressive, hand-painted pieces rather than factory-standard porcelain. The form and palette integrate easily into both period and contemporary interiors.

Measurements

Height: 16 cm (6.30″)
Width (handle to spout): 21.5 cm (8.46″)
Depth: 13 cm (5.12″)
Weight: 537 g

Condition

Excellent condition with minimal wear. Bright enamels and clean gilding; no cracks, restorations or structural issues. See less