vintage Arthur Wood teapot

vintage Arthur Wood teapot, identified by the backstamp "ARTHUR WOOD ENGLAND" and the pattern number "5444". Manufacturer: Arthur Wood and Son (Longport) Ltd., an English earthenware manufacturer based in Stoke-on-Trent. Pattern Number: The "5444" indicates a specific design or pattern, and examples of this pattern often feature white flowers with blue and gray wheat motifs. History: The company, originally Arthur Wood, was renamed Arthur Wood & Son (Longport) Ltd. in 1928 and operated until 2003 when it went into administration. The brand name "Arthur Wood" is now retained by Rayware Ltd. Condition: The crazing visible on the base is a common characteristic of older earthenware pieces