Record for Worcester teapot?

Shanklin Auction Rooms have taken what they believe to be a record price for a Worcester teapot. The Isle of Wight auctioneers expected a bid of around £1000 for the rare c.1760, 5in (13cm), first period Worcester pot (pictured) and were amazed to see it knocked down to a London dealer for £11,000 (plus 10 per cent buyer’s premium).

Sourced from a local nonagenarian who is emigrating to Australia, the teapot, which was in almost pe…

Enjoy unlimited access: just £1 for 12 weeks

Subscribe now