Teapots & Tea Sets
I had my first opportunity to browse though the wares of Bolesławiec pottery when I was in Kraków over ten years ago. Then, just as now, I marvel at the masterful designs and forms that are handcrafted daily for the splendor of the individual. I brought home a medium-sized teapot for my Grandma of a unique brilliant dark royal blue glaze with precise little white dots adorning the whole piece—an uncommon teapot to stand out in my Grandma’s collection. When the gift was received, she was overwhelmed with the teapot’s unexpected beauty. Not only was the shape perfect, she was comfortably able to use the dish that felt like it was made just for her delicate hands, but the hand-painted pattern was of an elegant simplicity. The Polish teapot became special for the whole family to daily enjoy, especially since it was so practical being dishwasher safe and crafted quality from a guild.
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Later I expanded my Polish pottery shopping and have been able to give entire tea sets to my mothers and sisters. I selected teacups, sugar bowls, creamers, trays, and of course teapots matching each individuals separate personality. With so many different styles to select from it was enjoyable to choose some of the more extraordinary intricate designs for one person and elegant adornments for another. Looking at each of the teapots I could appreciate the thoughtful patterns and shapes as works of art created with love. It does not take much to show classy hospitality when the Bolesławiec pottery pieces create an atmosphere of their own, emphasizing the characteristics of Polish hospitality of offering your guest the best you have. Sharing teatime with the Pottery from Poland that was crafted from the heart builds irreplaceable memories; created with love and served with love, cherished for a lifetime.