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Fine 19th Century Silver Plated Tea Caddy
Malthouse
for sale €1,041     $1,130
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Fine 19th Century Silver Plated Tea Caddy

19th century
For Sale by Malthouse
Description

Mid 19th Century English silver plated tea caddy decorated with scenes of Greek Mythology in high relief. The interior contains two engraved silver plated tea caddies, probably made by Elkington and Co. Circa 1860

21cms wide

18cms deep

14cms high

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Malthouse has dated this Silver Plated Tea Caddy to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1047920
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Description
Mid 19th Century English silver plated tea caddy decorated with scenes of Greek Mythology in high relief. The interior contains two engraved silver plated tea caddies, probably made by Elkington and Co. Circa 1860

21cms wide

18cms deep

14cms high

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Malthouse has dated this Silver Plated Tea Caddy to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1047920
Malthouse
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2017
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An oval silver-plated tea caddy decorated with high-relief raised figures of cherubs in a landscape setting with gadrooned trim around the base and lid.
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Archive I An oval silver-plated tea caddy decorated with high-relief raised figures of cherubs in a landscape setting with gadrooned trim around the base and lid.

Fine 19th Century Silver Plated Tea Caddy

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Malthouse
Telephone 07867 554898
Location
8 West Street
Dorking
Surrey
RH4 1BL
United Kingdom

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Location: 8 West Street, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1BL, United Kingdom, , Opening hours:, Tuesday to Saturday 9.30am to 5.00pm
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An oval silver-plated tea caddy decorated with high-relief raised figures of cherubs in a landscape setting with gadrooned trim around the base and lid.
Fine 19th Century Silver Plated Tea Caddy
Ref: SA1047920
An oval silver-plated tea caddy decorated with high-relief raised figures of cherubs in a landscape setting with gadrooned trim around the base and lid.
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During the 19th century, tea remained a valuable commodity in European households, prompting the creation of secure, lockable containers known as tea caddies. Silver-plated caddies emerged as accessible alternatives to solid sterling silver, allowing Victorian households to store tea leaves safely while displaying detailed metal craftsmanship on dining sideboards.

Nineteenth-century metal tea caddies were typically constructed using electroplated nickel silver or electroplated britannia metal. Decorative designs were applied using repousse hammering, casting, or embossing techniques to create high-relief classical scenes, often finished with gadrooned borders and internal fitted lids to preserve freshness.

Authentic period pieces often bear manufacturer stamps or EPNS electroplate trademarks on the underside. Look for historical wear patterns, such as natural surface oxidisation, minor plate loss exposing the base metal beneath, and period-correct mechanical features like integrated keyholes and fitted hinges.

Place the caddy on a wooden sideboard, mantelpiece, or open bookshelf to provide contrast against contemporary textures. It functions effectively as a standalone accent piece or as part of a grouped arrangement of antique metalwork and glassware.

Maintain silver plate by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying specialised mild silver polish only when necessary. Avoid abrasive sponges, harsh chemical cleaners, or immersion in water, as these can strip the thin layer of silver plating over time.
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