Name: VICTORIAN BRITANNIA METAL TEAPOT. Philip Ashberry & Sons, Sheffield. Antique (c 1880).
SKU: f&p34
Price: 500.00 ZAR
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VICTORIAN BRITANNIA METAL TEAPOT. Philip Ashberry & Sons, Sheffield. Antique (c 1880).

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f&p34

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Britannia Metal Victorian Teapot

DESCRIPTION AND CONDITION
DESCRIPTION	A beautifully crafted VICTORIAN BRITANNIA METAL 6 CUP TEAPOT, manufactured by the Sheffield Silversmiths Philip Ashberry in about 1880. It is extensively decorated through hand chasing and engraving with a cartouche for adding initials or a family crest and has a hinged lid as well as a crown - shaped lid finial. It stands 18.5 cm high and measures 24 cm at the broadest point (handle to spout tip). You can see the teapot in the image above. Also have a look at the images which follow which describe this lovely teapot better than I can and if unsure of anything please ask a question.
CONDITION	The teapot is in very good condition with no leaks or dents. There are no initials engraved on it.

NOTES

This is a beautiful example of the metalsmiths art and craft in Brittain in the 19th century. A lovely collectable item, beautifully designed with extensive chased and engraved decoration and a lovely crown - shaped finial. Made by a silversmith known for producing quality items, this can take it's place as a prime item in a collection of antique teapots or even be used for serving tea on special occasions. A really unusual Britannia metal item.

NOTE THAT I HAVE MORE BRITANNIA METAL TEAPOTS ON AUCTION AT PRESENT. HAVE A LOOK AT THE OTHERS, BECAUSE I COMBINE ITEMS FOR POSTAGE AND POSTAGE IS MUCH CHEAPER PER ITEM IF MORE THAN ONE IS SENT SIMULTANEOUSLY.

The teapot has a hinged lid with a crown shaped finial. The decoration extends to the top of the lid.

The pot has a really beautiful crown - shaped lid finial.

The handle with extension at the top to prevent forward slipping of the teapot when pouring. The handle has special patented non - conducting rings to prevent it from getting hot.

The spout.

The teapot is extensively engraved on both sides with hand chasing and engraved floral designs. In this image you can see both sides. Note the cartouche on one side for adding initials and / or a family crest.

The maker's markings underneath the teapot.

The teapot shown with a matchbox to give an idea of relative size. It stands 18.5 cm high and should contain about 4 cups of tea.
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