Text by Katherine Ellis Photography by Mac Jamieson Styling by Courtni Bodiford
The brilliant chintz pattern bedecked on Crown Ducal’s Ivory Fruit teapot is sure to cheer up an autumnal tea table.
Crown Ducal, a trade name for the porcelain produced by A.G. Richardson and Company in England, built an esteemed reputation in the early 20th century for manufacturing eye-catching, hand-painted pottery with detailed designs. Many of the brand’s patterns, including Ivory Fruit, boast art-deco-inspired illustrations that dazzle with intrigue and glamour. This beguiling teapot, a rare treasure in 2023, is a lovely accessory to enhance afternoon tea as summer gracefully transitions into fall.
