British Ceramics: A Tempest of Teapots 

The East India Company introduced tea to the British in the mid-17th century. Tea was imported and, therefore, an expensive commodity consumed only by the wealthy. Early teapots were tiny, only big enough to brew one cup. As the popularity of tea spread throughout Europe, teapots grew larger and so did interest in ornate teapots. […]

Worcester and Royal Worcester

Worcester porcelains have been made in Worcester, England, at several locations since the middle of the eighteenth century. Almost every type of porcelain, from simple blue and white to elaborate multicolor pieces, was produced. Majolica was made during the nineteenth century. The Worcester Porcelain Company, established by Dr. John Wall, William Davis, and thirteen other […]