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Georgian Mahogany Oval Tea Caddy
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Georgian Mahogany Oval Tea Caddy

18th century
Sold 11 December 2025 · Antique and Unique
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Description

A very pretty early 19th century Georgian mahogany tea caddy of oval shape and with decorative inlays to the front and a bone escutcheon. It has both internal covers though the original linings have been replaced with purple paper.

Condition: There are some losses to the chequered inlay on the front panel, and also to the panel on the rear. The finish on the rear is a little dull, and there is some slight degradation to the finish on the lid, though this isn’t very noticeable. The internal paper linings are a little worn. Overall a very attractive tea caddy.

Dimensions:

Width - 33.5cm

Depth - 15.7cm

Height - 14.2cm

Free UK delivery - the item will be sent using a tracked and signed for service. If you would like a quote for delivery elsewhere please get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

Antique and Unique has dated this Georgian Mahogany Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14.2cm (5.59")
Width
33.5cm (13.19")
Depth
15.7cm (6.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1179336
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Description
A very pretty early 19th century Georgian mahogany tea caddy of oval shape and with decorative inlays to the front and a bone escutcheon. It has both internal covers though the original linings have been replaced with purple paper.
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Condition: There are some losses to the chequered inlay on the front panel, and also to the panel on the rear.
Antique and Unique

The finish on the rear is a little dull, and there is some slight degradation to the finish on the lid, though this isn’t very noticeable. The internal paper linings are a little worn. Overall a very attractive tea caddy.

fig 1. An oval mahogany tea caddy featuring a central inlaid patera and bone escutcheon.
fig 1. Georgian Mahogany Oval Tea Caddy

Dimensions:

Width - 33.5cm

Depth - 15.7cm

Height - 14.2cm

Free UK delivery - the item will be sent using a tracked and signed for service. If you would like a quote for delivery elsewhere please get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

Antique and Unique has dated this Georgian Mahogany Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Height
14.2cm (5.59")
Width
33.5cm (13.19")
Depth
15.7cm (6.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1179336
Antique and Unique
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Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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Archive I An oval mahogany tea caddy featuring a central inlaid patera and bone escutcheon. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Telephone 07813 369871
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Unit 2 (Churchwood Design)
Tideswell Business Park
Meveril Road
Tideswell
Derbyshire
SK17 8PY
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/antiqueandunique
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An oval mahogany tea caddy featuring a central inlaid patera and bone escutcheon.
Georgian Mahogany Oval Tea Caddy
Ref: SA1179336
An oval mahogany tea caddy featuring a central inlaid patera and bone escutcheon.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Boxwood, Inlay
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsOval shape, Inlaid patera, Bone key escutcheon, Banding
  • SizeH 14.2 cm (6 in) x W 33.5 cm (13 in) x D 15.7 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Tea caddies originated in the 18th century when tea was an expensive and heavily taxed luxury commodity, requiring secure, lockable containers to protect the precious leaves from theft and dampness.

Craftsmen typically utilised dense tropical hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or satinwood, often featuring intricate marquetry, stringing, and dovetailed joints to ensure durability and aesthetic refinement.

Authentication involves examining the interior foil lining remnants, hand-cut dovetails, original brass hardware, patination on the timber, and period-appropriate construction methods rather than machine-made elements.

Placing the box on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or coffee table introduces historic character and texture, contrasting effectively against minimalist modern furniture.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and central heating sources, applying microcrystalline wax sparingly, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth.
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