Rare Factory Z Thomas Wolfe Staffordshire Teapot c1800 Maisels Collection Bone China Pattern 165

Rare Factory Z Thomas Wolfe Staffordshire Teapot c1800 Maisels Collection Bone China Pattern 165

£850.00
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Rare Factory Z Thomas Wolfe Staffordshire Teapot c1800 Maisels Collection Bone China Pattern 165

Rare Factory Z Thomas Wolfe Staffordshire Teapot c1800 Maisels Collection Bone China Pattern 165

£850.00
A rare and finely potted oval teapot attributed to the so-called "Factory Z", now associated with the workshop of Thomas Wolfe, Stoke-on-Trent, active circa 1790-1810. Made of early bone china, it features a loop handle, gently curved spout with foliate ornament, and a domed cover with pierced vent and pointed finial. The lid's profile evokes traditional pagoda shapes. Hand-painted in rose, puce, and iron-red enamels with floral sprigs and neoclassical borders. Underside marked with pattern No. 165, typical for Wolfe. Retains the collector's label from the David & Catriona Maisels Collection, a reference group of over 2,000 British ceramics. Parallels to this form and decoration are published in "Anthology of British Teapots" by Miller & Berthoud (1980), Plates 1093, 1097, and 1098. Collectible piece reflecting early 19th-century craftsmanship, clear provenance and scholarly references.

Dimensions: height 19.5 cm, handle to spout 27 cm, width 12 cm, weight 589g.

Condition: full paint preserved, two tiny lid hairlines, hairlines to base, small spout chip, otherwise excellent.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

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