Vintage 1930s Art Deco "The Cube" Ceramic Teapot Base & Matching Lid – Speckled Orange-Brown Glaze by George Clews & Co.

Almost 100 Years old!!

A Rare Piece of Art Deco History

Imagine hosting an afternoon tea in the 1930s — the era of bold geometry, streamlined design, and confident craftsmanship. That's exactly the world this extraordinary teapot was born into. Produced by George Clews & Co. of Tunstall, Staffordshire, England, "The Cube" teapot is one of the most iconic and collectible forms of the Art Deco period. Originally made for Steamliner ships.

About This Piece

• Style: "The Cube" — a patented geometric teapot design that became a hallmark of 1930s modernist tableware
• Maker: George Clews & Co., Tunstall, Staffordshire, England
• Era: Circa 1930s
• Glaze: Speckled orange-brown (tenmoku-inspired) — warm, earthy tones with a handcrafted depth
• Includes: Teapot base and matching lid
• Material: Ceramic / earthenware

Condition

Please refer to photos for a full assessment of condition. As with all vintage pieces, minor wear consistent with age and use may be present. Any significant chips, cracks, or repairs will be noted and photographed.

Why Collectors Love It

The Cube teapot is celebrated for its radical departure from the traditional rounded teapot form — its angular, stacking design was both a design statement and a practical space-saving innovation. Finding a complete base and matching lid in a distinctive speckled glaze makes this a particularly desirable find for Art Deco enthusiasts and ceramics collectors alike.

A striking conversation piece that brings the glamour and ingenuity of the 1930s to any shelf, cabinet, or tea table.

Cube Measures 4" x 4" x 4" x 4"