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Antique Loose Tea Caddy, English, Dual Compartment Beverage Case, Regency, 1820
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Antique Loose Tea Caddy, English, Dual Compartment Beverage Case, Regency, 1820

19th century
Description

This is an antique loose tea caddy. An English, mahogany and velvet dual compartment case, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

Beautiful Regency craftsmanship with a superb visual appeal

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout

Rich caramel hues beam beneath the wax polish finish

Pleasingly thick lid opens to reveal a pair of canisters

Each enclosed with a flip-top lid with recessed touch point

Central mixer compartment accommodating a glass up to 10cm in diameter (4'')

Fascia dressed with an inset lock — in working order, key present

Brass drop handles to either side, over pierced foliate backplates

Standing upon a quartet of squat bun feet

This is an attractive antique loose tea caddy, with an elegant appearance and a treat for tea lovers. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 34.5cm (13.5'')

Max Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'')

Max Height: 18.5cm (7.25'')

Canister Width: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Canister Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Canister Height: 11cm (4.25'')

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Our Ref: 24817

Physical Dimensions
Height
18.5cm (7.28")
Width
34.5cm (13.58")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Tea Caddy to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1106647
Dealers Internal Reference
24817
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Description
This is an antique loose tea caddy. An English, mahogany and velvet dual compartment case, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

Beautiful Regency craftsmanship with a superb visual appeal

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. A rectangular Regency mahogany tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, brass side handles, circular keyhole escutcheon, and bun feet.
fig 1. Antique Loose Tea Caddy, English, Dual Compartment Beverage Case, Regency, 1820

Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout

Rich caramel hues beam beneath the wax polish finish

Pleasingly thick lid opens to reveal a pair of canisters

Each enclosed with a flip-top lid with recessed touch point

fig 2. A rectangular Regency mahogany tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, brass side handles, circular keyhole escutcheon, and bun feet.
fig 2. Antique Loose Tea Caddy, English, Dual Compartment Beverage Case, Regency, 1820

Central mixer compartment accommodating a glass up to 10cm in diameter (4'')

Fascia dressed with an inset lock — in working order, key present

Brass drop handles to either side, over pierced foliate backplates

fig 3. A rectangular Regency mahogany tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, brass side handles, circular keyhole escutcheon, and bun feet.
fig 3. Antique Loose Tea Caddy, English, Dual Compartment Beverage Case, Regency, 1820

Standing upon a quartet of squat bun feet

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This is an attractive antique loose tea caddy, with an elegant appearance and a treat for tea lovers.
London Fine Antiques

Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 4. A rectangular Regency mahogany tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, brass side handles, circular keyhole escutcheon, and bun feet.
fig 4. Antique Loose Tea Caddy, English, Dual Compartment Beverage Case, Regency, 1820

Dimensions:

Max Width: 34.5cm (13.5'')

Max Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'')

Max Height: 18.5cm (7.25'')

Canister Width: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Canister Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Canister Height: 11cm (4.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 5. A rectangular Regency mahogany tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, brass side handles, circular keyhole escutcheon, and bun feet.
fig 5. Antique Loose Tea Caddy, English, Dual Compartment Beverage Case, Regency, 1820

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24817

Height
18.5cm (7.28")
Width
34.5cm (13.58")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Tea Caddy to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1106647
Dealers Internal Ref
24817
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A rectangular Regency mahogany tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, brass side handles, circular keyhole escutcheon, and bun feet.
Antique Loose Tea Caddy, English, Dual Compartment Beverage Case, Regency, 1820
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  • ObjectTea Caddies
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBun feet, Brass drop handles, Keyhole escutcheon, Moulded plinth base
  • SizeH 18.5 cm (7 in) x W 34.5 cm (14 in) x D 18.5 cm (7 in)

This antique loose tea caddy from the Regency period originates from England, dating to circa 1820. The rectangular beverage case utilizes mahogany timbers displaying a rich caramel tone and fine grain interest beneath a wax polish finish. The construction incorporates a pleasingly thick hinged lid, a moulded plinth base, and a circular keyhole escutcheon on the fascia. Brass drop handles with pierced foliate backplates adorn the sides, while the entire piece stands upon a quartet of squat bun feet. The solid box measures 18.5 cm high, 34.5 cm wide, and 18.5 cm deep. Today, homeowners place this decorative container upon a sideboard top in a dining room, living room, or hallway. The interior contains a dual compartment design featuring a pair of inner canisters with flip-top lids alongside a central mixer space. Solid joints and construction provide practical everyday utility while maintaining historical character.

FAQs

A Regency tea caddy is a wooden or metallic box produced during the early 19th century designed specifically to store valuable loose-leaf tea under lock and key.

These boxes were primarily crafted from fine hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, and walnut, frequently fitted with brass handles, escutcheons, and foil-lined internal compartments.

Authentic pieces from around 1820 display hand-cut joinery, original brass carrying handles or bun feet, natural age-related wear, and remnants of lead foil linings inside.

Place the caddy on a sideboard, bookshelf, or desk as an accent piece that provides practical concealed storage for small contemporary accessories.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally, keeping the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or cracking.
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