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A Striking Antique Georgian Tunbridge Ware Tea Caddy - Fitted Interior
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A Striking Antique Georgian Tunbridge Ware Tea Caddy - Fitted Interior

18th century
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This is such a striking Georgian rosewood tea caddy of sarcophagus form,  showing both the Van Dyke triangle on the side of the caddy and the tumbling block cubes on the lid. Lots of different woods have been used to give a contrasting effect.

Inside the tea caddy it is also beautifully decorated with a rosewood panel on the underside of the lid, two lidded tea boxes which are removable, they fit perfectly and just glide back in. Showing perfect precision after 200 years .still. It also has a etched period glass bowl for mixing or for sugar.

The tea caddy measures 31cm w x 17cm h x 15.3cm d. 

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

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Description
This is such a striking Georgian rosewood tea caddy of sarcophagus form,  showing both the Van Dyke triangle on the side of the caddy and the tumbling block cubes on the lid. Lots of different woods have been used to give a contrasting effect.
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Inside the tea caddy it is also beautifully decorated with a rosewood panel on the underside of the lid, two lidded tea boxes which are removable, they fit perfectly and just glide back in.
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Showing perfect precision after 200 years .still. It also has a etched period glass bowl for mixing or for sugar.

The tea caddy measures 31cm w x 17cm h x 15.3cm d. 

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

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A rectangular Georgian wooden tea caddy featuring geometric triangular parquetry inlay across the front facade and a bevelled lid with a keyhole escutcheon.
A Striking Antique Georgian Tunbridge Ware Tea Caddy - fitted interior
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Tunbridge ware originated in Kent during the late seventeenth century and gained widespread popularity during the Georgian and Victorian eras. These items feature intricate wood mosaic and parquetry patterns, often constructed into decorative utility items such as writing slopes, sewing boxes, and tea caddies.

Georgian tea caddies were predominantly crafted from hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and rosewood. Decorative variations incorporated native timber veneers, ivory or bone keyhole escutcheons, brass hinges, and lead-lined inner compartments to preserve tea leaves.

Authentic Georgian pieces feature hand-cut geometric parquetry patterns, original lock mechanisms, and evidence of age such as natural wood oxidation and fine surface crazing. Earlier examples display tessellated geometric motifs rather than the later Victorian pictorial scenes.

An antique tea caddy serves as a functional decorative object on sideboards, mantelpieces, or bookshelves. It can be styled individually as a focal point or integrated into a vignette alongside ceramic vases and framed artwork.

Maintain antique woodwork by keeping it away from direct sunlight, dampness, and strong heat sources. Clean the surface gently with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish periodically to nourish the wood and protect the veneer.
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