Teapot

The Stamp Act caused outrage across the American colonies and inspired the rallying cry “No taxation without representation.” Remarkably, this teapot celebrating its repeal was made in England for the American market. By the 1760s, Britain’s potters had become dependent on overseas consumers. While many Britons supported the colonists, the messages here clearly were included to appeal to American audiences, revealing that economic benefits could trump political allegiances.