Description
Hand-painted ceramic teapot signed M. Robbins inside the lid, with the Auld Lang Syne line “Let’s have a cup of Kindness – For Auld Lang Syne” painted across the top. The base carries a handwritten gift dedication and a faint handwritten date that reads as October 1900 or possibly 1909. It is a round teapot with a vented lid, in cream, brown, blue, light brown and black.
Details
- Marks and signature: Signed “M. Robbins” inside the lid. The underside of the pot appears to read “Birthday Greetings To Ann From Iney.” Faint handwriting around the edge of the base appears to read “M. Robbins October 1900,” or possibly 1909. All marks described are handwritten.
- Date or era: The inscribed date reads as October 1900 or possibly 1909. This is a reading of faint handwriting, not a factory date mark.
- Decoration: Hand-painted lettering on the top. The sides appear to have raised floral relief.
- Form: Round teapot with lid. The lid has a vent hole. The inside has no filter or strainer holes.
- Materials: Ceramic, hand-painted.
- Colors: Cream, brown, blue, light brown and black.
- Dimensions: About 10.25 in. long x 7 in. wide x 6.25 in. high overall.
- Weight: Just under 2 lb. before packing.
- What is included: The teapot and its lid.
Condition
Used. Crazing runs through the glaze over the whole piece, and there are stains and tea staining throughout. There are no cracks other than the crazing, no repairs, and no visible major chips. The photos show the crazing and staining.
Stored in a smoke-free, odor-free, pet-free, climate-controlled space. Offered as a collectible and decorative piece. Hand wash only. Colors may vary slightly by screen.
About the Auld Lang Syne Lettering
The top of the teapot is hand-painted with “Let’s have a cup of Kindness – For Auld Lang Syne,” a line from the song sung on New Year’s Eve. The underside dedication reads as a birthday greeting to Ann from Iney, so the New Year’s association comes from the lyric.
Questions & Answers
What is the teapot marked?
Inside the lid it is signed M. Robbins. The underside of the pot appears to read “Birthday Greetings To Ann From Iney.” Around the edge of the base, faint handwriting appears to read “M. Robbins October 1900,” or possibly 1909. These are handwritten marks; no other mark is described.
What are the measurements?
About 10.25 inches long, 7 inches wide and 6.25 inches high, measured overall. It weighs just under 2 pounds before packing.
What is the condition?
Crazing, stains and tea staining throughout. No cracks beyond the crazing, no repairs, and no visible major chips. It has been stored in a smoke-free, pet-free, climate-controlled space.
Is it sold for use or for display?
It is offered as a collectible and decorative piece. The inside has no filter or strainer holes and the glaze is crazed and tea stained throughout.
Shipping & Returns
Ships from Mauricetown, New Jersey by USPS, insured, with tracking emailed when it leaves. Orders placed by 11:00 AM Eastern ship the same business day; later orders ship the next business day. If a piece arrives damaged, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and keep all packaging; shipping damage is handled through a carrier insurance claim. If it is materially different from the photos and description, contact us within 48 hours with photos and an explanation; once approved, ship it back within 48 hours after we email our prepaid label, for a refund to your original payment method. Full terms: Shipping & Delivery Policy and Return & Refund Policy.
