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Georgian Scrollwork Tea Caddy. Quill Work. Gilt Paper Scroll Box. C1790.
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Georgian Scrollwork Tea Caddy. Quill Work. Gilt Paper Scroll Box. C1790.

18th century
Sold 7 July 2026 · Krave Antiques
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This fabulous Georgian scrollwork tea caddy which dates from c1790 is hexagonal in shape and has been skilfully hand decorated with very fine and intricate detail using gilt rolled paper (quill work).

Quill work or scroll work involves the use of paper strips that are rolled to create decorative designs. This was popular in the 18th century in Europe.

This tea caddy has a silver coloured metal top handle in the form of a double spouted teapot, hinged lid with a tin lined interior and an interior lift out lid which has a bone handle and sits on top of the tea to preserve freshness. There is great attention to detail with tiny banding of the edges and around the burr walnut inlay.

A lock is fitted to the front and can be locked using the tea caddy's original key which is unusual to still have. Tea was a very expensive and luxury item in Georgian times so would have been stored and locked away in a caddy.

A highly decorative antique piece in wonderful condition being over 230 years old.

Date: 18th century - c1790.

Dimensions: Width: 18 cm (7"). Depth: 10 cm (4"). Height including top handle: 14 cm (5 1/2").

Weight: 434 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. Some fading and just one or two tiny losses to the scrollwork. Some wear to the inside tin lining. Please see pictures.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Georgian Quillwork Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA1222790
Dealers Internal Reference
GSPTC3246
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Description
This fabulous Georgian scrollwork tea caddy which dates from c1790 is hexagonal in shape and has been skilfully hand decorated with very fine and intricate detail using gilt rolled paper (quill work).
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Quill work or scroll work involves the use of paper strips that are rolled to create decorative designs.
Krave Antiques

This was popular in the 18th century in Europe.

fig 1. An octagonal Georgian tea caddy covered entirely in intricate gold quillwork and paper scroll designs, featuring a central keyhole and a small metal finial on the lid.
fig 1. Georgian Scrollwork Tea Caddy. Quill Work. Gilt Paper Scroll Box. C1790.

This tea caddy has a silver coloured metal top handle in the form of a double spouted teapot, hinged lid with a tin lined interior and an interior lift out lid which has a bone handle and sits on top of the tea to preserve freshness. There is great attention to detail with tiny banding of the edges and around the burr walnut inlay.

fig 2. An octagonal Georgian tea caddy covered entirely in intricate gold quillwork and paper scroll designs, featuring a central keyhole and a small metal finial on the lid.
fig 2. Georgian Scrollwork Tea Caddy. Quill Work. Gilt Paper Scroll Box. C1790.

A lock is fitted to the front and can be locked using the tea caddy's original key which is unusual to still have. Tea was a very expensive and luxury item in Georgian times so would have been stored and locked away in a caddy.

fig 3. An octagonal Georgian tea caddy covered entirely in intricate gold quillwork and paper scroll designs, featuring a central keyhole and a small metal finial on the lid.
fig 3. Georgian Scrollwork Tea Caddy. Quill Work. Gilt Paper Scroll Box. C1790.

A highly decorative antique piece in wonderful condition being over 230 years old.

Date: 18th century - c1790.

Dimensions: Width: 18 cm (7"). Depth: 10 cm (4"). Height including top handle: 14 cm (5 1/2").

fig 4. An octagonal Georgian tea caddy covered entirely in intricate gold quillwork and paper scroll designs, featuring a central keyhole and a small metal finial on the lid.
fig 4. Georgian Scrollwork Tea Caddy. Quill Work. Gilt Paper Scroll Box. C1790.

Weight: 434 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. Some fading and just one or two tiny losses to the scrollwork. Some wear to the inside tin lining. Please see pictures.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Georgian Quillwork Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1222790
Dealers Internal Ref
GSPTC3246
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Archive I An octagonal Georgian tea caddy covered entirely in intricate gold quillwork and paper scroll designs, featuring a central keyhole and a small metal finial on the lid. SOLD7 JUL 26

Georgian Scrollwork Tea Caddy. Quill Work. Gilt Paper Scroll Box. C1790.

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An octagonal Georgian tea caddy covered entirely in intricate gold quillwork and paper scroll designs, featuring a central keyhole and a small metal finial on the lid.
Georgian Scrollwork Tea Caddy. Quill Work. Gilt Paper Scroll Box. c1790.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTea Caddies
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPaper, Wood, Gilt, Metal
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsQuillwork scroll patterns, Floral paper filigree, Octagonal geometry, Teapot finial
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

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A Georgian quillwork tea caddy is a decorative storage container crafted in the late 18th century, featuring intricate rolled and shaped paper filigree often highlighted with metallic or gilt finishes.

These pieces were typically constructed using a wooden carcase covered in paper, parchment, or fabric, decorated with strips of paper rolled, shaped, and glued into elaborate geometric and floral patterns, frequently finished with gilding.

Authentic items from this era exhibit hand-rolled paper tension, period-appropriate adhesives, handmade wooden structure joints, hand-cut brass or steel escutcheons, and natural ageing of the paper and gilt surfaces.

Position the piece as a focal point on a console table, bookshelf, or mantelpiece, ensuring it is kept away from direct sunlight and excessive moisture to preserve the fragile paper components.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading of the gilt paper, and dusting gently with a soft, dry brush without using liquid cleaners.
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