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Antique Victorian Mahogany Tea Caddy Sarcophagus Form C.1880
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Tea Caddy Sarcophagus Form C.1880

19th century
For Sale by MebleinUK
Description

A fine Victorian tea caddy dating from around 1880, crafted in mahogany and designed in the desirable sarcophagus form. The hinged lid with tablet top and sloping sides opens to reveal two fitted lift-out canisters along with a central glass mixing bowl set within a velvet-lined compartment.

The tapering body sits on compressed bun feet, adding both elegance and stability to the piece.

With its rich patina and well-proportioned form, this caddy embodies the refinement of late 19th-century craftsmanship.

Condition: In good antique order with age-related wear, marks, and surface imperfections, consistent with over 140 years of use.

These details only enhance its genuine Victorian charm.

A highly decorative and functional piece for collectors of fine antiques or those looking to add a touch of Victorian elegance to their home.

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

MebleinUK has dated this Victorian Mahogany Tea Caddy to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1167980
Dealers Internal Reference
A248
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A fine Victorian tea caddy dating from around 1880, crafted in mahogany and designed in the desirable sarcophagus form.
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The hinged lid with tablet top and sloping sides opens to reveal two fitted lift-out canisters along with a central glass mixing bowl set within a velvet-lined compartment.
MebleinUK
fig 1. A sarcophagus-shaped mahogany tea caddy featuring turned side handles, small bun feet, an escutcheon keyhole, and a stepped lid.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Tea Caddy Sarcophagus Form C.1880

The tapering body sits on compressed bun feet, adding both elegance and stability to the piece.

With its rich patina and well-proportioned form, this caddy embodies the refinement of late 19th-century craftsmanship.

fig 2. A sarcophagus-shaped mahogany tea caddy featuring turned side handles, small bun feet, an escutcheon keyhole, and a stepped lid.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Mahogany Tea Caddy Sarcophagus Form C.1880

Condition: In good antique order with age-related wear, marks, and surface imperfections, consistent with over 140 years of use.

These details only enhance its genuine Victorian charm.

A highly decorative and functional piece for collectors of fine antiques or those looking to add a touch of Victorian elegance to their home.

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

MebleinUK has dated this Victorian Mahogany Tea Caddy to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1167980
Dealers Internal Ref
A248
MebleinUK
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A sarcophagus-shaped mahogany tea caddy featuring turned side handles, small bun feet, an escutcheon keyhole, and a stepped lid.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Tea Caddy Sarcophagus Form c.1880
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A sarcophagus form tea caddy is a wooden storage vessel featuring tapered sides and a raised stepped lid, styled after ancient Roman and Egyptian sarcophagi. This design gained widespread popularity in Britain during the Regency and Victorian eras.

Victorian tea caddies were predominantly constructed from solid or veneered woods such as mahogany, rosewood, and walnut. Interior compartments often featured lead foil linings, brass hinges, and ivory or bone escutcheon keyholes.

Authentic 19th-century tea caddies typically feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, original iron or brass lock mechanisms, and uneven natural shrinkage in the wood structure over time. Traces of historical foil lining within the inner wells also indicate age.

Display the caddy as a standalone accent piece on a sideboard, console table, or library bookshelf to add depth and historical texture. It can also function as stylish storage for small desk items, trinkets, or keys.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and apply high-quality beeswax twice yearly to nourish the wood finish. Position the caddy away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent wood movement or splitting.
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