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Pair of Georgian Walnut Oval Tea Caddies
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Pair of Georgian Walnut Oval Tea Caddies

18th century
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An exceptional pair of Georgian walnut tea caddies of oval form. This rare pair of tea caddies has hinged lids which open to reveal the zinc lined interior. The wonderful grain, colour and patina is highlighted by the elegant lines of these antique tea caddies.

An important item to display or add to a collection.

c. 1810

code: D1071

Width: 6.5" 16.5 cm

Depth: 3.75" 9.5 cm

Height: 4" 10cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Declaration

Hobson May Collection has dated these Georgian Walnut Tea Caddies to the Georgian era.

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SA1139010
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D1071
Description
An exceptional pair of Georgian walnut tea caddies of oval form. This rare pair of tea caddies has hinged lids which open to reveal the zinc lined interior.
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The wonderful grain, colour and patina is highlighted by the elegant lines of these antique tea caddies.
Hobson May Collection

An important item to display or add to a collection.

c. 1810

code: D1071

Width: 6.5" 16.5 cm

Depth: 3.75" 9.5 cm

Height: 4" 10cm

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Date of Manufacture

Hobson May Collection has dated these Georgian Walnut Tea Caddies to the Georgian era.

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SA1139010
Dealers Internal Ref
D1071
Hobson May Collection
Hobson May Collection
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2015

Decorative furniture and accessories from the 18th to 20th century

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A pair of antique Georgian oval tea caddies made from burr walnut wood with flat lids.
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Archive I A pair of antique Georgian oval tea caddies made from burr walnut wood with flat lids.

Pair of Georgian Walnut Oval Tea Caddies

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A pair of antique Georgian oval tea caddies made from burr walnut wood with flat lids.
Pair of Georgian Walnut Oval Tea Caddies
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A pair of antique Georgian oval tea caddies made from burr walnut wood with flat lids.
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A tea caddy is a small container designed specifically to store loose tea leaves during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. In the Georgian period, tea was a costly commodity, prompting cabinetmakers to produce secure, decorative wooden boxes often complete with foil linings and locks.

Craftsmen commonly utilised high-grade hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, and satinwood, frequently applying decorative burr or feather veneers. The interior compartments were lined with lead foil or metal tin to protect the tea leaves from atmospheric humidity.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-crafted elements, including hand-cut joinery, slight variations in timber thickness, and period-correct hardware such as brass strap hinges. Genuine eighteenth-century walnut also displays a characteristic patina created by natural light exposure and age.

These decorative wooden containers can be placed on a sideboard, console table, or bookshelf to introduce warmth and historical texture. They also function effectively as tabletop storage for small modern essentials or stationery in a home office.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the finish. Keep the objects away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent wood shrinkage or veneer separation.
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