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19th Century English Wedgwood Hand-Painted Bamboo Porcelain Teapot with Lid

$850
£645.19
€739.88
CA$1,199.77
A$1,287.84
CHF 685.71
MX$15,253.03
NOK 8,665.49
SEK 7,914.01
DKK 5,527.20

About the Item

This refined 19th-century Wedgwood teapot is an exceptional example of English porcelain, hand-painted with an elegant bamboo motif emblematic of the Aesthetic Movement. The teapot features a well-balanced globular body with an integrated arched handle and elongated spout, paired with its original domed lid topped by a sculptural finial. The harmonious proportions and fluid form reflect Wedgwood’s high standards of design and craftsmanship during the Victorian era. The porcelain body is finished in a softly crackled glaze and richly hand-decorated with stylized bamboo stalks and leaves in layered tones of green, cobalt blue, and warm rust red. The bamboo decoration wraps continuously around the body, lid, and handle, demonstrating careful hand application and a cohesive decorative program. A dotted cobalt-blue border encircles the lid rim and foot, adding a crisp architectural accent that contrasts beautifully with the organic botanical imagery. Fine age-related craquelure is present throughout the glaze, consistent with 19th-century porcelain and original firing methods. The interior shows gentle antique wear from use, while the exterior retains vibrant coloration and strong detail. Both decorative and sculptural, this teapot works equally well as a collector’s display piece or as part of a curated English porcelain grouping, making it an excellent acquisition for collectors of Wedgwood, bamboo-pattern ceramics, or Aesthetic Movement design.
  • Creator:
    Wedgewood (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good antique condition. Age-appropriate surface craquelure throughout. Minor glaze wear and interior staining consistent with 19th-century use. No visible cracks or structural repairs noted. Lid fits properly.
  • Seller Location:
    West Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9169248394912

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