{"product_id":"antique-enoch-wood-sons-teapot-18th-century-english-pottery","title":"Antique Enoch Wood \u0026 Sons Teapot: 18th Century English Pottery","description":"Rare Late 18th-Century Enoch Wood \u0026amp; Sons Lead-Glazed Earthenware Teapot\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA rare and exceptional antique lead-glazed earthenware teapot, finely crafted and painted with enamels by Enoch Wood \u0026amp; Sons at the very end of the 18th century. The teapot features a raised relief design, vibrant colours, and a striking combination of snow-white earthenware with dark blue glaze. The lid is topped with a floral finial, where a dark blue base contrasts beautifully with a pink centre. This piece showcases the artistic and technical achievements of Enoch Wood \u0026amp; Sons, reflecting the refined craftsmanship of the period.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is almost impossible to find a similar teapot, although a comparable example is held in the Victoria and Albert Museum, which has 34 works related to Enoch Wood \u0026amp; Sons.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHistorical Background\u003cbr\u003e\nEnoch Wood (1759-1840) trained under Josiah Wedgwood and Thomas Wheeldon before establishing his own firms. Initially working as Wood \u0026amp; Caldwell from 1783 to 1790, he later continued under Enoch Wood \u0026amp; Co. (1790-1818) before forming Enoch Wood \u0026amp; Sons in 1818. The company became renowned for finely modelled figures, historical scenes, and blue transfer-printed wares. Operating until 1846, Enoch Wood \u0026amp; Sons played a significant role in the Staffordshire pottery industry, earning Wood the title \"Father of Potteries.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth (spout to handle): 19 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 12.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nDepth: 10 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 305 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nSmall hairline crack on the inside of the lid, a small chip on the rim of the bottom, and some loss of blue paint; otherwise, excellent condition with no signs of restoration or major damage.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease carefully review all photos as they form part of the description.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped fully tracked and insured.\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping cost includes labour, packaging, and postage.\u003cbr\u003e\nFeel free to ask any questions before purchasing.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62882134131018,"sku":null,"price":525.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.6772126457_42fs.jpg?v=1785893343","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/antique-enoch-wood-sons-teapot-18th-century-english-pottery","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}