18th Century Rauenstein Teapot c1790

Description

Heading : Early Rauenstein teapot
Date : c1790
Period : George III
Marks : Painted puce ‘R’
Origin : Thuringia Germany
Colour : White & puce
Pattern : ‘Indisch Purpur ‘ . Indian purple with gilt detailing
Features : Vertically ribbed body. notch spout. loop handle and domed cover with finial.
Size : 5 ¾ inches ( 14.5cms) tall by 7 ½ inches (19cms) in diameter (spout to handle)
Condition : Excellent
Restoration : An excellent restoration to the tip of the spout which is only visible from the inside of the pot as shown.
Weight : 358 grams
 
Additional Information:One of a number of  18th century Thuringian producers. Volkstedt. Wallendorf and Ilmenau. Their target market were those who could not quite afford Meissen. all but the very wealthiest in society