Tall Moroccan Silver Teapot Hand-Engraved – High-Pour Form

The tall Moroccan silver teapot is built around a single purpose: the high-pour technique central to Moroccan atay service. Its elongated body and gooseneck spout are proportioned so the pourer can hold the teapot high above the glasses, letting the tea cascade in a long arc that aerates it and produces the characteristic surface foam known as rouba in Darija. A shorter teapot simply cannot generate the same arc or the same foam — the tall silhouette is functional, not merely decorative. High-Pour Form and Gooseneck Spout The extended neck and curved gooseneck spout work together to deliver a controlled, dramatic high pour. The tall body gives the pourer enough height to create the long, narrow stream that aerates the tea as it falls — the physical basis for the foam that distinguishes a proper Moroccan tea service. Three small feet lift the base slightly, and the curved handle balances the teapot even when full. Hand-Engraved Geometric Bands Interlocking geometric and arabesque pattern bands encircle the lower body, hand-engraved into the silver-plated brass surface. These bands distinguish this teapot from plain-body tall forms and add texture that catches light along the lower profile. The hand engraving — known in Moroccan metalwork as naqsh — is cut line by line with a small chisel, a technique practiced in the Marrakech medina for centuries. Hinged Lid, Food-Safe Interior Material: Silver-plated brass, with a matching silver-plated brass handle. Lid: Hinged lid that opens and closes securely. Capacity: Available in Large (0.85L / 29 oz, approximately 8 servings) or Extra Large (1.3L / 45 oz, approximately 12 servings). Food safety: Food-contact-safe, lead-free, and non-toxic interior. Weight: Approximately 1 kg (2.2 lb). Condition: New, handmade. Kamal’s Workshop in the Marrakech Medina Each teapot is hand-engraved in Kamal’s workshop in the Marrakech medina, where silver-plated brass metalwork has been practiced for generations. Kamal and his team cut every geometric band and arabesque line by hand, making each teapot individually rather than stamped or machine-pressed. The tall silhouette makes this teapot a natural vertical accent for a tea station, sideboard, or open shelf — even when not in use, its height and engraved bands give it a sculptural presence that grounds a Moroccan tea service display. Care and Use Hand wash gently with warm water and mild soap, then dry promptly with a soft cloth to prevent water spots and tarnish. Do not use abrasive cleaners or put the teapot in the dishwasher. This is a serving teapot — not designed for stovetop heating. For full guidance on cleaning silver-plated brass, see our complete teapot care guide. For a broader introduction to the ritual this teapot was shaped for — the high pour, the foam, and the sequence of Moroccan atay service — explore our guide to the Moroccan tea ceremony. A Gift for the Host Who Pours High Complete the Moroccan tea service: pair this teapot with a complete tea set including beldi glasses and a serving tray, or choose individual beldi tea glasses and a hand-engraved serving tray separately. If you know someone who takes pride in the dramatic high-pour — the long arc, the foam, the theatre of Moroccan atay — this is the teapot that makes that pour possible. It is equally at home as an everyday serving piece or as a gift for a host who appreciates the formal side of Moroccan tea service. For trade buyers stocking tea-service collections, wholesale Moroccan products are available with volume pricing.