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Superb Regency Pollard Oak Tea Caddy
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Superb Regency Pollard Oak Tea Caddy

19th century
Sold 25 March 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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A superb quality large Regency pollard oak country house tea caddy with original fitted interior c.1830. Pollard cut burr oak veneered exterior with chamfered edge caddy top sat over a concave sided base with small bun feet. The hinged lid opening to reveal an original fitted interior with pollard oak veneers to match the exterior. Two compartments sat either side with removable caddy top design lids for storing the tea; centre section with removable glass blending jar. Superb rich colour and original patina and in excellent condition throughout. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 15.5" wide x 9" deep x 8.5" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
39.5cm (15.55")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Regency Pollard Oak Tea Caddy to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1127870
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 40828
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Description
A superb quality large Regency pollard oak country house tea caddy with original fitted interior c.1830.
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Pollard cut burr oak veneered exterior with chamfered edge caddy top sat over a concave sided base with small bun feet.
Sturmans Antiques

The hinged lid opening to reveal an original fitted interior with pollard oak veneers to match the exterior. Two compartments sat either side with removable caddy top design lids for storing the tea; centre section with removable glass blending jar. Superb rich colour and original patina and in excellent condition throughout. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 15.5" wide x 9" deep x 8.5" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
39.5cm (15.55")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Regency Pollard Oak Tea Caddy to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1127870
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 40828
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Archive I An open wooden tea caddy with distinct figured grain patterns, featuring dual lidded compartments and a central glass mixing bowl. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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North Yorkshire
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An open wooden tea caddy with distinct figured grain patterns, featuring dual lidded compartments and a central glass mixing bowl.
Superb Regency Pollard Oak Tea Caddy
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An open wooden tea caddy with distinct figured grain patterns, featuring dual lidded compartments and a central glass mixing bowl.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTea Caddies
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialPollard Oak, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFigured wood grain, Sarcophagus shape, Brass escutcheon, Faceted glass mixing bowl
  • SizeH 21.5 cm (8 in) x W 39.5 cm (16 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

FAQs

A Regency tea caddy is a small, highly decorative box produced during the early 19th century in Britain, specifically designed to store expensive loose tea leaves securely under lock and key.

These boxes typically feature dense timber frames veneered in exotic or highly figured woods such as pollard oak, mahogany, or tortoiseshell, often accented with brass stringing, escutcheons, and crystal mixing bowls.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct joinery, hand-cut dovetails, original brass hardware, natural patination, and secondary woods consistent with early 19th-century cabinet making.

Placed atop a sideboard, console table, or mantelpiece, this piece functions as a sophisticated decorative accent that adds historical texture and rich wood tones to contemporary spaces.

Maintain the finish by keeping the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting gently with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the antique timber.
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