Price
£850.00This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance
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A good quality 18th century Georgian Mahogany Oblong Tea Caddy having well figured and inlaid hinged lid enclosing original paper lined interior with original solid lead lid.
Tea was a very precious commodity in the 18th century and tea caddies were used to both preserve the tea leaves, and also to lock it away and protect it from any wandering hands.
This is an attractive example and an elegant shape. It is also nice to see it has retained its original lead interior lid which was designed just to rest on top of the tea leaves and keep them compressed and fresh.
It is also worth noting that this piece comes with fully functioning key.
Circa 1780.
Height - 4.5in.
Width - 4.5in.
Depth - 4.5in.
Stock number
8586The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
- Bada.org is a non-profit site: clients deal directly with members and they pay no hidden fees
