round-bodied, footed kettle decorated with 12 cartouches around body with animals and flowers; repeated plantlike designs in bands on kettle and stand; tripod stand with warmer below; 2 keys hold pot secure on stand

Kettle and warming stand, from an Anglo-Indian coffee and tea set, c. 1890

Possibly by J. Blond & Co.; Retailer: Mappin Brothersexpand_more

Silver, ivoryexpand_more

Gift of the Lieberman and Okinow Familiesexpand_more  2002.171.1a-d

Not on Viewexpand_more

The Indian Pavilion at the 1888 International Exhibition in Glasgow, Scotland sparked Britain's interest in all things Indian. Designers adapted the Indian style for the British palate, known as Anglo-Indian design, which this tea set demonstrates. The teapot's angled handle and curved spout recall Indian examples, while the basic profile of the pieces remain traditionally western. The raised foliage introduces another exotic element, yet it is contained within horizontal bands. Signs of the zodiac run the length of the center band.

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Kettle and warming stand, from an Anglo-Indian coffee and tea set
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Glasgow, Scotland
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2002.171.1a-d
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round-bodied, footed kettle decorated with 12 cartouches around body with animals and flowers; repeated plantlike designs in bands on kettle and stand; tripod stand with warmer below; 2 keys hold pot secure on stand

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