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This item is a BAYEAUX French porcelain tisanière, also known as an herbal teapot or steeping pot. It features a distinctive stackable design used for steeping tea or herbal infusions.
Key Characteristics
Origin: Most exampleX like this specific blue-and-white floral pattern and structure are attributed to Bayeux, a French porcelain manufacturer known for its high-fire blue decorations. Stamped BAYEAUX beneath spout.
Design: It consists of a lower teapot base and an upper cylindrical steeping chamber with two small square handles. This upper part often serves as a diffuser or strainer for loose-leaf tea.
Pattern: The "camaïeu bleu" (shades of blue) decoration typically depicts stylized floral arrangements or branch designs, often identified as a daisy or "Bachelor Button" style.
Era: Similar antique models generally date from the late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1900).
In near mint condition. Appears unused. Please see pics for further condition evaluation.
Measures approximately 10” tall in height when assembled together. Teapot measures approximately 6” to top of lid handle x 8” long ( between spout & handle)