Georgian Mahogany Tea Caddy 19th Century

Name: George III Mahogany & Inlaid Tea Caddy
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1139749
Price: 295 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectTea Caddy
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsCrossbanded inlay, fitted glass bowl, twin lidded compartments, brass side handles
SizeH 17.7 cm (7 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

This George III tea caddy is a Georgian antique formed from warm brown mahogany with tulipwood crossbanding alongside boxwood and ebony line inlay. The open hinged lid reveals a red fabric upholstery interior, a central glass mixing bowl, and twin removable lidded tea canisters adorned with matching inlay. Original hardware includes a brass lock with two keys, brass lion head ring carrying handles, and brass ball feet. The box measures 17.7 cm high, 32 cm wide, and 16 cm deep. In a modern interior, this piece sits on a sideboard top to hold small accessories or serve as a decorative decorative display item in an English Country House setting. It brings period character to a living room, dining room, or hallway.

FAQs

A Georgian tea caddy is a lockable wooden box produced during the 18th and early 19th centuries, specifically crafted to store and preserve loose tea leaves.

These boxes were constructed using timber such as mahogany, satinwood, or walnut, frequently accented with fine wood stringing, brass hardware, foil linings, and glass mixing bowls.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut dovetail joints, period-correct brass hinges, natural wear surrounding the escutcheon, and hand-cut glass or lead-lined interior compartments.

An antique tea caddy can be displayed open on a sideboard or console table, showcasing its interior fitted lids and glass bowl as a functional historical accent.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish periodically, while keeping the wood away from direct heat sources to prevent shrinkage.

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George III Mahogany & Inlaid Tea Caddy