Vintage Hornsea Pottery Saffron Teapot 1970s

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Vintage Hornsea Pottery Saffron Teapot 1970s

Add iconic British mid-century style to your space with this vintage Hornsea Pottery teapot in the classic “Saffron” pattern. Designed by John Clappison, this piece features a gorgeous caramel glaze and abstract geometric orange blooms. Please note: This item has a hairline crack in the lid and is priced accordingly—ideal as a display piece or a replacement base.

• Manufacturer: Hornsea Pottery (Yorkshire, England).
• Designer: John Clappison.
• Era: 1970s.
• Pattern: “Saffron”.
• Material: Glazed stoneware ceramic with a wooden lid.
• Dimensions: 2-pint capacity (approx. 6” tall x 8” wide from spout to handle)

Condition: Good to Fair – there may be some major surface wear and heavy scratching from use over the years. Vintage condition is not classed as faulty and some minor wear should be expected at least. Any noticeable issues above and beyond this are noted below.

Noticeable issues: Main body is excellent; lid has a structural hairline crack (see close-up photo).

For all listings please note:

1. Vintage kitchen items may have coatings or materials containing chemicals that may no longer be considered safe. Therefore these items are sold as decorative only and not for food use.

2. Vintage toys may also not be compliant with modern safety standards, so are sold as collectables / display items only. Have been inspected for any obvious dangers however.

3. Leaves are there as a prop in the photos only and not included in this sale!