Can you read the marks on a porcelain teapot?
Reign marks are hardly used. Most porcelain collectors do have no access to these marks. In addition, the marks are often written in a character style that is also used for seals, which even Chinese native speaker often can not read! Often only those with experience in teapot mark or seal characters are able to read them…
Is it possible to identify Yixing teapot marks?
Identification of teapot marks is outside the scope of this site. Yixing teapots and other Yixing wares are mentioned this site due to many queries, but please understand that an identification of Yixing marks is not possible at this time. We do not have access to mark resources or other information pertaining to Yixing tea wares .
What does hallmark mean on a teapot?
Hallmarks can refer to the marks on a teapot and were mostly associated with silversmiths. A company’s hallmark usually has the name and the country of origin as well as the date ware was made. You may find manufacturers using a series of numbers to signify production number, color code, or year produced.
What are the names of the Teapot manufacturers?
While there are various large companies that are famous for their pots, such as Belleek, Wedgwood, and Minton, there are many smaller teapot manufacturers as well. Learning to identify a teapot by the maker’s backstamp can help you learn more about the manufacturer of the pot, when it was made and its value. Look at maker’s mark guides.
What do the marks on a teapot mean?
In most cases, marks on the bottom part of a teapot indicate a type of manufacturing code or mark. These marks may contain numbers only, words, letters, or a mix of all the three. You will find others with pictures, company logos, or animals. They are mostly a way of businesses showcasing their brand.
Where can I buy a fine porcelain teapot?
Plus several lovely fine porcelain tea pots can be found on sale in The Teapot Shoppe’s New Markdowns. Whether it’s a whimsical design, vintage flowery chintz, or a contemporary polka dot pattern, you will be proud to display them in your home or add to your porcelain teapot collection!
How can you tell what year a teapot was made?
Also, you can compare the teapot to pictures of teapots in collectibles and antiques books and magazines. Also, there are online sites that sell antiques. You may find documentation and information on such sites regarding what year it was made. The design and type of spout can also help you date antique teapot.
What kind of Mark is on a teacup?
The colour of the material was a blue white indicating it was porcelain. The seller was the family of an elderly lady who passed away. She had been a voracious collector of china and had many amazing pieces that I could not afford. The mark was in blue – done by hand and with crossed swords.
