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George III Period Satinwood Tea-caddy
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George III Period Satinwood Tea-caddy

18th century
Description

George III period satinwood tea-caddy with angled corners, inlaid with two sea-shell plaques.

John Beazor Antiques is a family firm, established in 1875 and based in Cambridge since 1940. We are a traditional antiques shop, but very much in the 21st century. We deal in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks. We choose our stock for its originality and for the quality of its colour, patination and design.

We are members of the BADA. We do not exhibit at fairs preferring to deal from our Cambridge shop where we hold Open Weekends from time to time.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12.2cm (4.80")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

John Beazor Antiques has dated this George III Satinwood Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA586971
Dealers Internal Reference
8851
Description
George III period satinwood tea-caddy with angled corners, inlaid with two sea-shell plaques.

John Beazor Antiques is a family firm, established in 1875 and based in Cambridge since 1940. We are a traditional antiques shop, but very much in the 21st century. We deal in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks. We choose our stock for its originality and for the quality of its colour, patination and design.

We are members of the BADA.

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We do not exhibit at fairs preferring to deal from our Cambridge shop where we hold Open Weekends from time to time.
John Beazor Antiques
Height
12.2cm (4.80")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

John Beazor Antiques has dated this George III Satinwood Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA586971
Dealers Internal Ref
8851
John Beazor Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2017

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks - chosen for their quality, colour and patination

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An octagonal George III satinwood tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, inlaid shell marquetry, geometric stringing, and a keyhole escutcheon.
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Archive I An octagonal George III satinwood tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, inlaid shell marquetry, geometric stringing, and a keyhole escutcheon.

George III Period Satinwood Tea-caddy

Archive II An octagonal George III satinwood tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, inlaid shell marquetry, geometric stringing, and a keyhole escutcheon. View II
Archive III An octagonal George III satinwood tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, inlaid shell marquetry, geometric stringing, and a keyhole escutcheon. View III
Archive IV An octagonal George III satinwood tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, inlaid shell marquetry, geometric stringing, and a keyhole escutcheon. View IV
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John Beazor Antiques
Telephone 01223 355178 or 07774 123 379
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John Beazor Antiques
78-80 Regent Street
Cambridge
CB2 1DP
United Kingdom
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An octagonal George III satinwood tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, inlaid shell marquetry, geometric stringing, and a keyhole escutcheon.
George III period satinwood tea-caddy
Ref: SA586971
An octagonal George III satinwood tea caddy featuring a hinged lid, inlaid shell marquetry, geometric stringing, and a keyhole escutcheon.
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  • ObjectTea Caddies
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSatinwood, Marquetry Inlay, Bone Escutcheon
  • ColourWarm Amber
  • MotifsShell marquetry inlay, Octagonal form, Boxwood stringing, Fluted corner details
  • SizeH 12.2 cm (5 in) x W 11.5 cm (5 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This George III period satinwood tea-caddy exhibits an octagonal form finished in warm amber tones. The hinged lid and front panel display detailed marquetry shell plaques, complemented by boxwood stringing and fluted corner details. A small bone escutcheon surrounds the keyhole on the front panel. The timbers show natural grain variations across the angled facets. Measuring 12.2 cm high, 11.5 cm wide, and 10 cm deep, the vessel sits compactly on surfaces. Placement suits a sideboard top or side table within an English Country house interior. The Georgian style integrates readily into traditional or transitional reception rooms for surface display or storage of small dry goods. The piece functions as a decorative tabletop accessory while maintaining historical character through its timber construction and marquetry motifs.

FAQs

A George III tea caddy is a lockable wooden container produced during the reign of King George III (17601820) specifically designed to store costly tea leaves. These containers were constructed with premium veneers, decorative marquetry, and foil-lined compartments to protect the tea from moisture and light.

Georgian cabinetmakers favoured high-grade timber veneers such as satinwood, mahogany, harewood, and rosewood. Construction typically incorporated delicate boxwood stringing, shell or urn marquetry inlays, and lead or tin foil linings inside the interior compartments.

Authentic 18th-century tea caddies feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, natural shrinkage marks in the veneer, and period-correct brass or bone keyhole escutcheons. Look for legitimate oxidation on steel hinges and evidence of original foil lining remnants inside the caddy.

Place the caddy on a mahogany sideboard, library shelf, or console table alongside modern ceramics or framed botanical prints. Its geometric form and rich timber warmth act as an effective accent piece in both traditional and minimalist interior schemes.

Position the item away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and damp conditions to prevent timber shrinkage or veneer lifting. Clean surfaces using a dry microfiber cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually to maintain the natural patina.
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