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George III Period Decagonal Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
John Beazor Antiques
for sale €3,218     $3,493
£2,750

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George III Period Decagonal Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

18th century
Description

George III period decagonal tortoiseshell tea caddy with a domed tent-topped lid;  the panels divided by ivory stringing with a silver hinge and top mount.  The interior with two loose lids; key.

Defra self declaration certificate (for the ivory):  WMADLASD

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
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

John Beazor Antiques has dated this Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

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SA932695
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MS4
Description
George III period decagonal tortoiseshell tea caddy with a domed tent-topped lid;  the panels divided by ivory stringing with a silver hinge and top mount.  The interior with two loose lids; key.

Defra self declaration certificate (for the ivory):  WMADLASD

fig 1. A George III period decagonal tea caddy covered in mottled amber and dark brown tortoiseshell veneer with bone stringing and a small escutcheon.
fig 1. George III Period Decagonal Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

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
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

John Beazor Antiques has dated this Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA932695
Dealers Internal Ref
MS4
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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John Beazor Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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Archive I A George III period decagonal tea caddy covered in mottled amber and dark brown tortoiseshell veneer with bone stringing and a small escutcheon.

George III period decagonal tortoiseshell tea caddy

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A George III period decagonal tea caddy covered in mottled amber and dark brown tortoiseshell veneer with bone stringing and a small escutcheon.
George III period decagonal tortoiseshell tea caddy
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A George III period decagonal tea caddy covered in mottled amber and dark brown tortoiseshell veneer with bone stringing and a small escutcheon.
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FAQs

During the eighteenth century, imported tea was an expensive luxury in Western Europe. Secure lockable boxes known as tea caddies were created to store the leaves safely, often crafted from costly materials like tortoiseshell to reflect the social standing of the owner.

These pieces were typically constructed with a lightweight timber core, onto which thin, heated sheets of hawksbill turtle shell were pressed and adhered. Ivory, bone, or silver was frequently used for stringing, edge trim, and keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic period examples generally display natural variations in mottled colour, slight surface irregularities from hand-finishing, and age-appropriate wear around hinges and escutcheons. Period construction often features handmade hinges, paper or foil-lined compartments, and fine ivory or bone inlay.

A tea caddy can be displayed as a singular focal point on a sideboard, desk, or bookshelf. Its rich tones complement minimalist modern backdrops as well as traditional, layered interior schemes.

Tortoiseshell requires protection from direct sunlight, extreme temperature fluctuations, and low humidity, which can cause the shell to dry out or lift from the wood base. Dusting with a soft, dry microfibre cloth is recommended, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or excess water.
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