Stunning and highly collectible Royal Doulton Burslem antique teapot manufactured for J.J. Royle's patent "Self-Pouring" mechanism. This rare Victorian-era piece features an ornate aesthetic, showcasing a beautiful hand-painted scene of a hummingbird drinking from a fountain above a turtle. Era: Late 1880s / 1890s Condition: Vintage / Antique. Shows signs of time-earned character including light surface crazing consistent with age. No major chips or cracks visible on the body.