Fabulous "Dragon Teapot by Steve Beacham.  The teapot is signed and dated 2023 and measures 11" tall and 9" wide including handle and spout.  

"Growing up between the suburbs of Dallas Texas and an isolated farm in Stone County Arkansas created a split view of the world.   Farm life probably influenced me the most. Raising livestock and gardening gave a love of animals and plants. A degree in agricultural education was far from the Art world, but a vacation to Eureka Springs in 1979 changed my life.  Meeting Gary Eagan and working in his studio for a weekend was a real epiphany.  I was able to throw on a wheel the first try and loved the feeling of clay. Every day in the studio is one I look forward to.  Transforming a lump of clay into a whimsical or utilitarian piece is always fulfilling.

Travel to many parts of China and Europe has influenced my style of production.  I try to get a smile from people when then see my work.  I also enjoy knowing that my utilitarian pieces are treasured and used by folks for their daily cup of coffee or that winter bowl of soup. I still work in the Studio located under the London Aire Shop on Spring Street. It is now one of the oldest constantly running studio potteries in Arkansas. "

About The Pottery- All my pottery is made of porcelain.   It is dishwasher safe and microwavable.   If the piece has gold gilding, it should never be used in the microwave.