London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Tea Caddy to the 1880s.
This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.
In the Victorian period tea was a valuable commodity and such caddies were used to keep it secure, often locked and only brought out when serving. The central mixing bowl is no longer present which is common, however the interior remains intact and displays well.
The burr walnut is of particularly good quality with rich figuring across the lid and body, complemented by simple inlaid lines that highlight the shape. It is both decorative and practical and works well as a standalone piece.
The carved initials “RW” and “MK” are most likely those of the original owners, adding a personal element and a sense of history to the piece.
Condition report
Good antique condition with age related wear. The interior shows expected wear. Central mixing bowl missing. Structurally sound.
Dimensions
Height: 17 cm (6.7 in)
Width: 35 cm (13.8 in)
Depth: 19.5 cm (7.7 in)
Date: 1880
Origin: English
London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Tea Caddy to the 1880s.
This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.
At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the London City Antiques Profile Page
Antique Victorian English Burr Walnut Tea Caddy Sarcophagus Double Tea Caddy
