This teapot was modeled after a British tank used in WWI. The driver is sometimes called “Old Bill” or “Tommy”, which are references to British soldiers.
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Sadler
Tank Teapot
James Sadler & Sons (England, 1882-2000)
Tank Teapot c. 1930’s
Ceramic
6 x 9 x 4.75″
Kamm Collection.
Photo: Tony Cunha.