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A Very Rare Early 19th Century Georgian Teapoy
Yeats Country Antiques
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A Very Rare Early 19th Century Georgian Teapoy

18th century
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A very rare early 19th Century Georgian rosewood teapoy of exceptional quality, finely hand carved with gorgeously rich patination and fine grain. The well figured, moulded and quarter veneered hinged top of sarcophagus form with decorative gadroon detail throughout, opens upwards to reveal fitted storage section housing two removable tea caddies and a reservoir for mixing tea. Raised over reverse tapering column support with fabulous foliate, gadroon and fluted carved motif detail above concave quatrefoil base with elegant, fluted bun foot, terminating on brass casters.

Rosewood Type: 'Dalbergia Latifolia'

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
43.5cm (17.13")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Yeats Country Antiques has dated this Georgian Rosewood Teapoy Chest to the Georgian era.

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SA1123175
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A3205
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Description
A very rare early 19th Century Georgian rosewood teapoy of exceptional quality, finely hand carved with gorgeously rich patination and fine grain. The well figured, moulded and quarter veneered hinged top of sarcophagus form with decorative gadroon detail throughout, opens upwards to reveal fitted storage section housing two removable tea caddies and a reservoir for mixing tea.
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Raised over reverse tapering column support with fabulous foliate, gadroon and fluted carved motif detail above concave quatrefoil base with elegant, fluted bun foot, terminating on brass casters.
Yeats Country Antiques

Rosewood Type: 'Dalbergia Latifolia'

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
43.5cm (17.13")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Yeats Country Antiques has dated this Georgian Rosewood Teapoy Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1123175
Dealers Internal Ref
A3205
Yeats Country Antiques
Yeats Country Antiques
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Fine period furniture, antique gilt mirrors and beautiful furnishings and collectables

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An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base.
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Archive I An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base.

A Very Rare Early 19th Century Georgian Teapoy

Archive II An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base. View II
Archive III An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base. View III
Archive IV An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base. View IV
Archive V An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base. View V
Archive VI An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base. View VI
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Archive VIII An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base. View VIII
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Arundel Road
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom
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An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base.
A Very Rare Early 19th Century Georgian Teapoy
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An early 19th-century Georgian rosewood teapoy featuring a sarcophagus-shaped chest on a carved pedestal stem and quadform base.
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A teapoy is a small chest or caddy mounted on a pedestal stem, created specifically for storing and serving loose leaf tea during the 18th and 19th centuries. The name originates from the Hindi word tipai, meaning a three-legged stand, though European cabinetmakers adapted the form into pedestal and four-legged designs.

Georgian teapoys were constructed using fine hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, and walnut, often decorated with figured veneers. The interiors contained wooden compartments, foil-lined boxes, or glass mixing bowls designed to preserve and blend expensive teas.

Authentic 19th-century teapoys feature period joinery such as hand-cut dovetails, brass locks, and original interior foil or zinc linings. Additional indicators include hand-carved pedestal columns, reeded detailing, and quadform bases characteristic of Georgian craftsmanship.

A Georgian teapoy works as an accent piece in a modern setting, suited for placement in a hallway, reading corner, or living room alcove. It offers visual interest alongside contemporary furniture while providing compact storage.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent veneer shrinkage and fading. Regular dusting with a lint-free cloth and an annual application of natural beeswax polish will protect the finish and preserve the timber.
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