Patent Ironstone New Oval Teapot with Red Scale Conversation Decor, 1820-1830

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An early 19th-century Mason’s Patent Ironstone China teapot produced in Staffordshire circa 1820–1830, combining the documented “New Oval” form with … Read more An early 19th-century Mason’s Patent Ironstone China teapot produced in Staffordshire circa 1820–1830, combining the documented “New Oval” form with richly executed Red Scale / Conversation decoration. The dense iron-red scale ground, Chinese conversation reserves and bold enamel palette place it among Mason’s more decorative chinoiserie wares.

Its faceted body, domed cover and sculptural serpentine hydra-form handle reinforce the ornamental ambition of the design, while the printed Mason’s Patent Ironstone China mark confirms authentic production.

with its rare form, complete lid and strong decorative presence, this teapot offers notable appeal for collectors of early Mason’s ironstone and English chinoiserie ceramics.

Dimensions:
Length (spout to handle): 28 cm
Height: 17.5 cm
Width: 12.3 cm
Weight: 1077 g

Condition:
Excellent condition. Full preservation of enamels and decoration. Full lid present. Any apparent colour inconsistencies visible in the photographs are due to photographic reflections, lighting and the difficulty of accurately capturing the surface tones, rather than actual differences in the decoration.
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