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Superb Victorian Oak Tea Caddy - Circa 1880
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Superb Victorian Oak Tea Caddy - Circa 1880

19th century
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A Superb Victorian Oak Tea Caddy with intricately carved sides. The hinged lid of the caddy is beautifully carved with images of three cherubs bringing home the harvest. The caddy has three compartments. A central compartment holding a glass mixing bowl, and tea compartments to either side. The tea compartments have pull off lids with small china handles. The item has a working lock and key and comes with silver plated caddy spoon - circa 1880.

Measurements:

Height: 6 3/4" (approx. 17cm)

Width: 13 3/4" (approx. 35cm)

Depth: 8" (approx. 20cm)

Total weight: 3050g

In good condition - glass mixing bowl has no cracks or chips.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Tea Caddy to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1102258
Dealers Internal Reference
P51125
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Dear customers,

Just a quick note to let you know that I’ll be on vacation from Wednesday, 7th October 2026 through to Wednesday, 14th October 2026, so the shop will be closed during this time.

If you have an order already in process, please rest assured I’ll be keeping a close eye on any messages relating to it - and I’ll address any issues as soon as I can. Items are still available to purchase, and all new orders received while I’m away will be processed promptly when the shop reopens on Thursday, 15th October 2026.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Warmest wishes,

Jozef

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Description
A Superb Victorian Oak Tea Caddy with intricately carved sides.
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The hinged lid of the caddy is beautifully carved with images of three cherubs bringing home the harvest.
Kingsdown Antiques

The caddy has three compartments. A central compartment holding a glass mixing bowl, and tea compartments to either side. The tea compartments have pull off lids with small china handles. The item has a working lock and key and comes with silver plated caddy spoon - circa 1880.

Measurements:

Height: 6 3/4" (approx. 17cm)

Width: 13 3/4" (approx. 35cm)

Depth: 8" (approx. 20cm)

Total weight: 3050g

In good condition - glass mixing bowl has no cracks or chips.

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Tea Caddy to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1102258
Dealers Internal Ref
P51125
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A Victorian dark oak tea caddy featuring detailed relief carvings of cherubs on the lid and carved scrollwork around the sides.
Superb Victorian Oak Tea Caddy - circa 1880
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A Victorian dark oak tea caddy featuring detailed relief carvings of cherubs on the lid and carved scrollwork around the sides.
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  • ObjectBoxes & Caddies
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCherub relief, wheat sheaves, scrollwork, leaf borders
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 35 cm (14 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

This Victorian tea caddy dates from circa 1880 and takes the form of a rectangular box constructed from dark oak with a warm brown finish. The hinged lid displays detailed relief carvings depicting three cherubs harvesting wheat sheaves, bordered by carved scrollwork. The sides and base exhibit intricate openwork scroll decoration, leaf carvings, and stepped mouldings. The structure rests on a moulded plinth base and secures with a working lock. Inside, the box contains a central glass mixing bowl flanked by two tea compartments with pull-off lids featuring small china handles, accompanied by a silver-plated caddy spoon. Measuring 17 cm high, 35 cm wide, and 20 cm deep, this lidded box sits practically upon a living room sideboard, a bedroom vanity, or a hallway console table. It functions as a decorative tabletop storage piece for tea, small accessories, or keepsakes in a traditional or period interior.

FAQs

Tea caddies were created to secure valuable tea leaves in 18th and 19th-century households, evolving from simple storage containers into decorative display pieces by the late Victorian period.

Solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, and walnut were commonly used, frequently featuring detailed hand-carving, brass hinges, and fabric or foil interior linings.

Authentic period pieces display hand-carved surface variations, dovetail joinery, period-appropriate brass hardware, and natural surface patination consistent with age.

A carved tea caddy serves as a sophisticated accent on a console table, sideboard, or bookshelf, acting either as a decorative object or a discreet container for modern items.

Dusting with a dry soft cloth and applying beeswax polish periodically will maintain the carved oak timber and preserve the historic finish.
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