Antique English White Ironstone Tea Pot 8 Cups by J. Meir & Son England
Description: Consider this charming, white ironstone for your next tea gathering. From the 19th century by John Meir & Son Tunstall, England, this tea pot is rather large standing 9 ½” tall and can hold up to 8 cups of liquid. It’s beautiful with its glazed decagon paneled shape, fluted body and a flower shape finial. The “O” ring shaped handle is exceptional with a comfortable thumb rest. A simple, raised design is displayed on the top of the handle and on the inner and outer part of the spout. A classy piece of English white ironstone china which should not be overlooked.
Circa: 1837-1891
Dimensions:
Height: 9 1/2” (with lid), about 7 ½” (without lid to rim), 8 ½” (to top of handle)
Width: 10" (spout to handle)
Product Weight: 3 pounds 7 ounces
Capacity: 5 cups
Color: White
Style: French Country, Farmhouse, English Cottage
Primary Material: Ironstone
Origin: Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, England
Maker/Craftsman: John Meir & Son
Markings: I. Meir & Son (Printed in black) Porcelain Opaque (Impressed on bottom edge). Note: The “IM” mark is at times used instead of “JM”.
Condition: Previously owned - used. Good condition. Super clean inside and out. No repairs or noticeable crazing. One 1/2" hairline on one side of inner neck of spout (as shown). Tested and no weakness is found. Uncertain if only in the glaze. One 1/4" chip on side of lid. When lid is on, not easily seen (refer to last to photographs). One 1/8” piece of raised, unfinished clay – imperfection on top on inner lip, although does not interfere with lid. A very nice piece of ironstone.
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