A "cachpot" is a French word, pronounced /ˈkæʃpɒt/ or /ˈkaʃpoʊ/, referring to a decorative container or "overpot" used to hold a plant and its pot

Weatherby Royal Falcon Ware Handled Cachepot 1920s. Produced by Weatherby Ltd. of Hanley, Staffordshire, England, this piece bears the "Royal Falcon Ware" mark along with a Union Jack banner—used predominantly from the 1920s.  Royal Falcon Ware was a trade name registered by Weatherby for decorative wares including vases, jugs, and ornamental ceramics, often featuring hand-applied overglaze enamel work and transfer prints.

Description:

 • Ceramic handled cachepot or jardinière

 • Approx. 10" height 

 • Decorated with a hand-colored transfer design of a tropical bird, fruit basket, and surrounding foliage

 • Raised scalloped rim and gilt embellishments throughout

 • Maker’s mark reads: “Weatherby Hanley England / Royal Falcon Ware / Durability” under a British flag

 • Light crazing visible; moderate wear to gilding, consistent with age

FMV (Fair Market Value): $135