Here we have a very rare teapot with lid, each with a beautiful inlaid agate band.  Complimenting the agate bands are incised white glazed rouletted beaded bands.  This is an extremely rare piece of yellow ware described in Jonathan Rickard’s definitive book “MOCHA and related dipped wares, 1770-1939”.  This teapot is unique to the Douai Pottery of France which was in operation from 1781 – 1820.  Curiously, this was most likely the work of the English potters Charles and John Leigh who were employed at the Douai Pottery.  The teapot measures 4 ½” in height to the rim and 5 ¼” to the top of the finial.  The teapot is in mint condition and the lid is missing one of the two tabs that hold the lid in place when in use.  The edge of the lid has been damaged and repaired.  This is one of many wonderful pieces of mochaware I am offering that would enhance and be highly prized in any collection.