Antique Copper Art Deco Teapot w/ Strainer Manning Bowman w/ Strainer Ball Bakelite Handle - Copper Brass Pewter
Wonderful antique Manning Bowman & Co. Meriden, of Conn Teapot - see NOTE below.
Great and fully functional Manning Bowman & Co. teapot that is circa late 19th century or early 20th century. It is made of copper, pewter and brass with ebonized wood handle and lid knob.
There are 10 panels or ribs around the sides.Inside there is a tea ball or strainer that is attached to the lid. The pot is lined inside and has a round pewter base. The base of the handle and spout are also pewter.
The lid is notched at one side. This way, the lid end can be slid under the two brass holders on the top of the pot so that the lid is locked into position.
Manning Bowman teapots and coffee pots of this era are renowned for their unique 3 metal composition - this pot is copper, pewter and brass.
The bottom is hallmarked MANNING BOWMAN QUALITY and MADE IN CONN - see photo #5.
Measures about 10" across from spout to handle and is about 8 1/4" high with lid on. It is about 6 1/2" wide at widest point. Base has about 3 1/2" diameter.
In nice vintage condition with patina and wear commensurate with item's age. A ding on one side panel - see photo #4.
NOTE:
The Manning Bowman Company was founded in Middletown, Connecticut in 1832, and was well known for producing a variety of Art Deco kitchenware, barware and electrical appliance items.
Initially the company focused on producing kitchenware items that were made out of tin, however, soon the company started manufacturing products made out of copper, silver, granite and mounted enamel ware as well.
Manning Bowman teapots can come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and are made out of materials such as silver, granite or copper, and more.
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