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A Georgian Tea Chest/ Caddy - Secret Drawer
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A Georgian Tea Chest/ Caddy - Secret Drawer

18th century
Sold 4 November 2024 · Opus Antiques
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Description

This is a Georgian mahogany tea chest dating from around 1770's

 with the added feature of having a secret drawer incorporated into the chest.

The secret drawer is found on the right hand side of the box, the whole of the side slides up and a drawer can then be pulled out. 

It still retains its original brass escutheon and brass swan neck handle.

This box measures 23.5cm w x 17cm h x 13cm d.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Georgian Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

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Description
This is a Georgian mahogany tea chest dating from around 1770's

 with the added feature of having a secret drawer incorporated into the chest.

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The secret drawer is found on the right hand side of the box, the whole of the side slides up and a drawer can then be pulled out.
Opus Antiques

 

It still retains its original brass escutheon and brass swan neck handle.

This box measures 23.5cm w x 17cm h x 13cm d.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Georgian Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

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SA1097912
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A rectangular dark mahogany tea caddy featuring a brass carrying handle on the lid and an ornate brass keyhole escutcheon on the front.
A Georgian Tea Chest/ Caddy - Secret Drawer
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A rectangular dark mahogany tea caddy featuring a brass carrying handle on the lid and an ornate brass keyhole escutcheon on the front.
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  • ObjectTea Caddies
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass carrying handle, Ornate key escutcheon, Bracket feet, Dovetail construction

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Tea caddies originated in the 18th century when tea was an expensive commodity, requiring secure, lockable containers to preserve its value and flavour.

Master craftsmen typically utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, and burl veneer, often incorporating brass fittings and velvet or silk linings.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut dovetail joints, period-correct brass escutcheons, old secondary woods, and the natural patina developed over centuries.

An antique caddy can be displayed on a sideboard, console table, or bookshelf to add warmth, texture, and historical interest to contemporary living spaces.

Preservation involves keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the polished surface.
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