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Remarkably rare, exceptionally well-preserved 4-piece antique ceramic French drip coffee pot (historically known as a coffee \"biggin\" or cafetière de-grès). This set was handcrafted by the renowned Lovatt & Lovatt at the Langley Mill potteries in Nottinghamshire, England, dating back to the late Victorian or Edwardian era (circa 1900–1920). What makes this specific piece a true collector\'s prize is its absolute completeness and pristine condition. While standalone pots from this era are occasionally found, the fragile interior components rarely survived the last century. This listing includes all four original matching pieces:
- The Base Pitcher (Features a beautiful, two-toned glossy brown glazed top and a heavily textured, stippled lower body with a pristine pouring spout).
- The Internal Filter Basket Cylinder (Sits perfectly inside the rim to hold your coffee grounds).
- The Rare Perforated Ceramic Water Spreader Disc (Placed on top of the grounds to evenly distribute hot water).
- The Original Lidded Top (To match and hold the heat while brewing).
Bottom Markings & Authenticity: The unglazed base clearly displays the historical stamped hallmark \"LEADLESS GLAZE\", a proud safety guarantee utilized by Lovatt during this specific production era. It is also stamped with the volume size \"1 PT\" (1 Pint) alongside incised potter control numbers/marks.
Condition: Excellent vintage/antique condition. The glaze retains a beautiful, high-gloss shine. No chips, no hairline cracks, minimal age-related shelf wear on the unglazed base bottom, interior is incredibly clean.
Capacity: 1 Pint. Perfectly sized for display in a farmhouse kitchen, addition to an English kitchenalia collection, or unique gift for a historical coffee brewing enthusiast.
Dimensions: Approximately 7” tall when all pieces are together and about 6” wide at the widest point (at spout). Antique Coffee Biggin/Lovatt Langley Mill/English Stoneware/French Drip Pot/Leadless Glaze Pottery/Edwardian Kitchenalia/Vintage Coffee Maker/4 Piece Coffee Set/Nottinghamshire Clay/Brown Drip Glaze/Rare Ceramic Filter/Antique Teapot Pitcher/Victorian Kitchenware
