Got this Teapot from an estate sale. The family lived overseas a great many years in the mid 1900's, and I believe they were stationed in Japan for some time also. Most of the items obtained are European. This one has an oriental marking on the bottom, but have not been able to find anything like it online. I would be inclined to guess that it is Japanese rather than Chinese, but that is only a guess based on where they were stationed..
It is marked... Sterling
It weighs about 18 ounces and appears to be entirely silver other than two bone o-rings in the handle that gives it the bamboo shape.
There are no dents or dings, and appears to have been barely used, if at all.
Please let me know if you can tell me the origin and value.
I've searched photos and possible makers for these plates (they are Jules Viellard-esque). Found them in a thrift store. They seem old, due to the manufacturing defects (pock marks, glaze and paint shortages). They appear handpainted. Would appreciate knowing the maker, dates of manufacture and value (if possible). THANK YOU!!
I have scoured the web, reviewing photos and reading about faience, but have yet to identify these plates. Apparently they are rare hand-painted majolica/ french faience plates??? Each plate is decorated with a maroon tulip on white background surrounded by a green border edge. Makers marks read: underglazed "St. Amand Hamage Nord" and incised marks "Terre de fer" and "Q". Amazing condition for its age... only a few glaze shortages, which are barely noticable. According to research these plates were made by the St Amand and Hamage factory between 1810 and 1880 - don't know exact dates.. There are only a few manufacturing flaws. On one plate, only a small piercing mark in front due to the mould. On another plate the stroke of the paint brush is missing on the flower.
I appreciate your help on these! I'm wanting to know history and value, please.
