Sold 6 January 2025 · Opus Antiques

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Description

An unusual shaped circular burr walnut tea caddy with a hinged lid. There is remnants of the original lining still inside.

This tea caddy has lovely figuring and colour. It has a small minor repair to the edge of the rim of the lid, difficult to see.

This tea caddy measures 12cm h x 12cm w.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Tea Caddy to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1116653

Dealers Notes

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Description

An unusual shaped circular burr walnut tea caddy with a hinged lid. There is remnants of the original lining still inside.

This tea caddy has lovely figuring and colour. It has a small minor repair to the edge of the rim of the lid, difficult to see.

This tea caddy measures 12cm h x 12cm w.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Tea Caddy to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1116653

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Opus Antiques

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectTea Caddies
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialWood, Burr Timber, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsCylindrical body, Figured wood grain, Flush-fitting lid, Metal hinge

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An antique tea caddy is a small lidded container historically used to store loose leaf tea safely when tea was an expensive commodity, often featuring a lock and key to restrict access.

Traditional tea caddies were crafted from fine hardwoods such as mahogany, burr walnut, or rosewood, frequently featuring veneers, brass hinges, and sometimes interior foil lining or divided compartments.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, hand-cut dovetails or joinery, period-appropriate brass hardware, and the presence of natural ageing, wear patterns, and internal residual scent or lining.

This piece can be placed on a bookshelf, sideboard, or coffee table to add textural warmth, historical interest, and discreet storage for small everyday items.

Preservation requires keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, applying occasional microcrystalline wax, and cleaning gently with a dry, soft cloth.