Description
A Measham – Bargeware Teapot impressed with the saying, “Love At Home”, England, circa 1880.
The three piece teapot set includes the kettle, lid, and table stand. Finished in a dark brown treacle glaze with enameled, raised and molded floral applications. The main panel, seen on the front side of the kettle reads, “Love At Home” The panel on the opposite side shows a basket of flowers glazed in cream, blue, and green. The notched lid is held securely while pouring. The raised stand is for resting the pot on the table.
Measham Ware was decorated with floret appliqués and an impressed panel or banner personalized using a printer’s typeface. The pottery, also known as Rockingham or Motto Ware, was produced from the 1870’s by William Mason, a South Derbyshire potter.
Often called ‘barge ware’ because it was extensively marketed through a shop on Measham High Street, located near the canal bridge at Cut End Measham. Passing bargees could order a personalized piece and collect the item on their return journey.
9 in. W from handle to spout x 6.75 in. W
8.25 in. H on the stand.
Excellent antique condition. Amazingly clean interior.
