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18th Century Satinwood Tea Caddy
Walton House Antiques
for sale €1,112     $1,207
£950
Walton House Antiques

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18th Century Satinwood Tea Caddy

18th century
Description

A fine 18th century satinwood tea caddy with bone

escutcheon the piece with shell inlay . English c1780

Height 11

Width 11

Depth 10

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Walton House Antiques has dated this Georgian Satinwood Tea Caddy to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1182950
Dealers Internal Reference
2349
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
A fine 18th century satinwood tea caddy with bone

escutcheon the piece with shell inlay . English c1780

Height 11

Width 11

Depth 10

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Georgian Satinwood Tea Caddy to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182950
Dealers Internal Ref
2349
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Walton House Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges.
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Archive I An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges.

18th Century satinwood tea caddy

Archive II An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges. View II
Archive III An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges. View VII
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BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
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An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges.
18th Century satinwood tea caddy
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An 18th-century square satinwood tea caddy with an inlaid sunburst patera on the top, dark oval escutcheon insert, and barber-pole stringing along the edges.
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During the 18th century, tea was a costly import stored under lock and key in wooden boxes known as tea caddies. Craftspeople produced these small containers using fine cabinet-making techniques, including marquetry, veneer work, and fitted internal compartments.

Georgian artisans crafted tea caddies from imported exotic woods such as satinwood, mahogany, and rosewood. These boxes frequently featured fine timber veneers, bone or ivory escutcheons, lead-foil linings to keep moisture out, and brass or iron lock mechanisms.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, original iron locks, natural wood shrinkage around joints, and intricate marquetry such as sunburst or shell paterae. The wood develops a distinct warm patina over centuries that modern reproductions cannot match.

A tea caddy works well as a decorative accent on a sideboard, console table, or mantlepiece. Combining warm timber tones with modern ceramics, books, or framed artwork creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Keep the tea caddy in a climate-controlled room away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent the timber veneer from cracking or warping. Dust gently with a dry cotton cloth and apply a light coat of natural beeswax once a year to protect the original finish.
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