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Regency Rosewood Tea Caddy, Circa 1820
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Regency Rosewood Tea Caddy, Circa 1820

19th century
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Regency tea caddy with figured rosewood veneers and satinwood stringing, featuring brass lion-mask handles and ball-and-claw feet, and with a fitted interior with a central circular recess (formerly with a glass bowl) flanked by removable boxes. Fine original colour and surface. Circa 1820.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

WelshAntiques has dated this Regency Rosewood Tea Caddy to the Regency era.

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Regency tea caddy with figured rosewood veneers and satinwood stringing, featuring brass lion-mask handles and ball-and-claw feet, and with a fitted interior with a central circular recess (formerly with a glass bowl) flanked by removable boxes. Fine original colour and surface. Circa 1820.
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

WelshAntiques has dated this Regency Rosewood Tea Caddy to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA557568
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Regency Rosewood Tea Caddy, circa 1820

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A Regency period rosewood tea caddy featuring a sarcophagus lid, diamond escutcheon, side brass ring handles, and cast brass paw feet.
Regency Rosewood Tea Caddy, circa 1820
Ref: SA557568
A Regency period rosewood tea caddy featuring a sarcophagus lid, diamond escutcheon, side brass ring handles, and cast brass paw feet.
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During the British Regency period, loose tea leaves were an expensive commodity requiring secure storage under lock and key. Tea caddies from this era were constructed as ornate tabletop boxes, frequently shaped in sarcophagus forms with detailed timber veneers and metal fittings.

Cabinetmakers primarily used exotic hardwood veneers such as rosewood, mahogany, and satinwood over pine or oak carcases. Decorative elements often included boxwood stringing, brass paw feet, lion mask ring handles, and bone or mother-of-pearl keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic pieces generally display period details such as hand-cut dovetail joints, natural oxidation on the wood, original brass hardware with aged patina, and characteristic sarcophagus shaping typical of the 1810s and 1820s.

A historical tea caddy functions well as a decorative focal point on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or desk, adding architectural interest and historical texture while offering concealed storage for small items.

Position the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage or veneer lifting. Clean by dusting gently with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish sparingly to maintain the wood finish.
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