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Hot Water Pot

c. 1935
designed by

Harold Stabler

(British, 1872–1945)
made by

J.R.O & Sons

(British)
retailed by

Ogdens

(British)
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Culture
England, 20th century
Medium
silver with ivory handle
Measurements
Overall: 9 x 8.1 x 20.3 cm (3 9/16 x 3 3/16 x 8 in.)
Credit Line
The Mary Spedding Milliken Memorial Fund 2007.3.3
Copyright
Copyright
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Location
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This hot water pot is part of a larger tea service.

Description

A streamlined adaptation of traditional forms distinguishes this otherwise diminutive tea service designed for use by one person. As such, the design typifies the stylized modern look that emerged in the 1920s and remained popular throughout the 1930s. Compartmentalized forms, economy of scale, and new materials (Bakelite) are a feature of its updated design. While this version in solid silver remained the top of the line, it could also be purchased in less expensive silver plate from the several stores that retailed it around Britain.
A silver and ivory hot water pot features a rectangular, polished body with a short spout curving upward at our left and a squared, dark reddish-brown handle at the right. On top sits a flat rectangular lid with a white, semi-circular ivory knob. The vessel rests on a low, recessed base with three rectangular cutouts along the bottom edge.

Hot Water Pot

c. 1935

Harold Stabler, J.R.O & Sons, Ogdens

(British, 1872–1945), (British), (British)
England, 20th century

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