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Description

A lovely Georgian hexagonal tea caddy, veneered in mahogany with oval medallions with conch shells. Finished with the original brass handle.The interior is divided with two floating lids with most of the original lining intact.

C1780/90

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Georgian Hexagonal Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

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SA1178267

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Description

C1780/90

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Georgian Hexagonal Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

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SA1178267

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDecorative Boxes
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Brass
ColourBrown
MotifsHexagonal form, Inlaid patera and shell motifs, Boxwood stringing, Brass drop ring handle

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A Georgian tea caddy is a specialised container manufactured during the Georgian era to store expensive loose-leaf tea safely under lock and key.

Traditional construction involved dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or satinwood, frequently embellished with decorative veneers, boxwood stringing, and marquetry.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-cut dovetailing, aged patina on the timber, original brass hardware, and interior foil or wooden compartments.

Position the caddy as a focal point on a console table, bookshelf, or mantelpiece to introduce historical warmth and textural contrast to contemporary schemes.

Maintain the wood by dusting with a dry, soft cloth and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to protect the finish, avoiding direct sunlight and moisture.