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Shifting Gears Inc.'s Silent Auction Vintage Tea Pots

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610 Loring Ave, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA


Sadler Vintage Tea Pot  “King Henry VIII and His Six Wives” item
Sadler Vintage Tea Pot “King Henry VIII and His Six Wives”
$20

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Exquisite Tudor‑Style Decorative Teapot – Collector’s piece dated from the 1950’s

This beautifully crafted porcelain teapot is a striking decorative piece inspired by the grandeur of the Tudor court. Featuring richly detailed illustrations, the teapot showcases ornate gold accents, vibrant colors, and a crown‑shaped finial that adds a dramatic royal flourish.

 

Size:

6 1/4” to tallest point

7” wide from handle to spout

 

Retail Value: $85-$115

Vintage Warner Bros. Studio Store Teapot  “Pepé Le Pew & Pen item
Vintage Warner Bros. Studio Store Teapot “Pepé Le Pew & Pen
$20

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Exclusive Find from the Looney Tunes WB Studio Store Line

Add a touch of nostalgic charm to your collection with this adorable 1996 Warner Bros. Studio Store exclusive ceramic teapot, featuring Pepé Le Pew and Penelope Pussycat sharing a sweet tea moment. This whimsical piece showcases classic Looney Tunes styling, soft pastel colors, and delightful sculpted details that make it a standout display item for collectors and animation fans alike.

 

Size:

9” to tallest point

10 1/8” wide from handle to spout

 

Retail Value: $65-$85

Authentic Coca-Cola Teapot item
Authentic Coca-Cola Teapot
$20

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Retro Addition for Any Décor

A beautifully crafted piece that blends classic teapot styling with the iconic Coca‑Cola brand. Made of glazed ceramic with embossed detailing, this teapot features elegant curves, raised decorative motifs, and the signature Coca‑Cola script logo in a timeless presentation. The underside is clearly marked © 1998 The Coca‑Cola Company. All rights reserved, confirming its authenticity as an officially licensed collectible from the late 1990s. The teapot includes its original matching lid, also adorned with embossed accents and gold‑tone detailing.

 

Size:

8” to tallest point

9 1/2” wide from handle to spout

 

Retail Value: $60-$80

19th Century Hand-Painted European Delft-style Faience item
19th Century Hand-Painted European Delft-style Faience
$20

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Timeless Masterwork of Blue‑and‑White European Craft

This elegant 19th‑century European faience teapot showcases the timeless beauty of Delft‑style craftsmanship, while the underside of the pot bears a small blue maker’s mark, consistent with artisan faience workshops of the 1800s. Hand‑painted in rich cobalt blue on a clean white ground, the piece features intricate floral and foliate motifs executed with fine brushwork. The unglazed foot ring and visible brushstrokes further confirm its hand‑crafted origin.

 

Size:

7” to highest point

9.75” wide, handle to spout 

 

Retail Value: $80-$100

Cardew Design Farmhouse Fireplace Teapot item
Cardew Design Farmhouse Fireplace Teapot
$30

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Limited Edition 1,908/5,000 — Signed in 18ct Gold by Paul Cardew


Charming and Highly Collectible—Handmade in England

A decorative, museum‑quality novelty teapot ideal for collectors of studio ceramics and whimsical tableware. This finely modelled teapot depicts a rustic farmhouse fireplace rendered in three‑dimensional ceramic detail. The piece combines functional form with narrative ornamentation—textured stonework, a mantel with miniature accoutrements, and sculpted hearth elements—executed with Cardew’s signature eye for storytelling and craftsmanship. The finish and hand‑painted accents reflect traditional English pottery techniques and careful studio production.

Size:

8 3/4” to tallest point

13” wide, handle to spout

 

Retail Value: $150-$170

SWAK (Sealed With A Kiss) Character Collectibles “Lady Hat" item
SWAK (Sealed With A Kiss) Character Collectibles “Lady Hat"
$15

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2004 Artist Signed: Lynda Cornielle

 

A Touch of Artist Flair for Your Tea Time

This delightful and highly stylized SWAK ceramic teapot showcases the signature playful design of the artist, known for bold colors, exaggerated forms, and sculptural personality pieces. Crafted as a charming figure with a wide‑brimmed hat, polka‑dot dress, and a perched bird forming the lid, this teapot blends functional form with imaginative artistry. his teapot is part of the SWAK (Sealed With A Kiss) line—now discontinued and increasingly sought after by those who appreciate quirky, character‑driven ceramics.

 

Size:

12” to tallest point

9” wide, handle to spout

 

Retail Value: $40-$60

Cardew Design “Blue Willow Tea Table”  Limited Edition No. 6 item
Cardew Design “Blue Willow Tea Table” Limited Edition No. 6
$30

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A Tiny Tea Party on a Teapot

This charming and highly collectible teapot is an original Cardew Design creation from the celebrated “Blue Willow Tea Table” series. Handcrafted in Devon, England, this piece is part of a strictly limited edition run and accompanied by its original authenticity tag. The handle has a subtle repair visible. Designed by renowned ceramic artist Paul Cardew, the teapot features the iconic Blue Willow pattern and topped with an intricate miniature tea service. The underside bears the full maker’s marks, edition number, and hand‑applied production notes, confirming its authenticity and collectible status. While fully functional, Cardew Design recommends these limited‑edition pieces for decorative display due to their detailed sculptural elements.

 

Size:

6 3/4" to tallest point

10” wide from handle to spout

 

Retail Value: $140-$160

Figgjo Flint - Tori Design: “Astrid”  Made in Norway item
Figgjo Flint - Tori Design: “Astrid” Made in Norway
$20

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A Sip of Scandinavian Sunshine with a Little Mid-Century Magic

This charming vintage teapot is part of the sought‑after Turi‑Design “Astrid” line produced by Figgjo Flint, Norway, a well‑known maker of mid‑century Scandinavian ceramics. The piece features the classic Astrid pattern: a stylized floral band in warm browns, blues, and soft oranges, characteristic of Turi Gramstad Oliver’s iconic 1960s–70s design work. The teapot has a clean, elongated silhouette with a tall body, curved spout, and comfortable handle. Its crisp white glaze contrasts beautifully with the decorative band, making it a standout display piece while still fully functional for serving tea.

 

Size:

8 1/2” to tallest point

7 1/2” wide, handle to spout

 

Retail Value: $65-$85

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