English Regency Tea Urn with Chinoiserie Decoration, c. 1800–1820
$850.00
Exceptional English Regency Tea Urn, made circa 1800–1820 and decorated with elegant chinoiserie scenes in gilt tones over a dark ground. Originally intended for serving hot water for tea, it retains its original lid, brass tap and side ring handles suspended from lion-head mounts, combining more than two centuries of history, remarkable rarity and outstanding decorative presence. An exceptional piece for collectors of English antiques and period decorative arts.
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Rare English Regency hot water tower, made circa 1800–1820 and decorated with elegant chinoiserie scenes inspired by the Oriental taste that fascinated the European aristocracy during the early years of the 19th century. This exceptional Tea Urn combines historical significance, decorative appeal and remarkable visual presence.
Crafted in painted and decorated metal, it features a cylindrical reservoir raised above a base housing the charcoal compartment. It retains its original lid, brass tap and distinctive side ring handles suspended from brass lion-head mounts, details that reinforce its appeal and reflect the quality of its craftsmanship.
Executed in gilt tones over a dark ground, the decoration depicts Oriental pavilions, bridges, gardens and exotic landscapes arranged around the main body. These scenes retain a striking visual impact and represent one of the most attractive features of this period Tea Urn.
The piece displays an authentic period patina with wear, losses to the decoration, oxidation and signs of use accumulated over more than two centuries. Far from diminishing its appeal, these marks of age enhance its character and authenticity, making this Tea Urn particularly desirable to collectors and enthusiasts of original antiques.
Beyond its original function, this hot water tower stands today as an extraordinary testament to early 19th-century English decorative arts. The richness of its chinoiserie decoration, combined with its attractive patina and the preservation of its original elements, gives it a personality rarely encountered even among Regency-period pieces.
Dimensions
Height: 44 cm / 17.32 in
Width: 17 cm / 6.69 in
Depth: 17 cm / 6.69 in
An exceptional piece for collectors of English antiques, interior designers and decorators seeking historical objects with genuine character. Its unique combination of original functionality, chinoiserie decoration and authentic Regency character makes this Tea Urn a distinguished addition to specialized collections and refined interiors.
























































