Attractive Huntley & Palmers C 1900 Biscuit Tin in the Form of a Tea Caddy with Embossed Medieval Designs

Name: Attractive Huntley & Palmers C 1900 Biscuit Tin in the Form of a Tea Caddy with Embossed Medieval Designs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA942351
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Description

Striking Huntley & Palmers C 1900 biscuit tin in the form of a Georgian tea caddy with embossed medieval designs. The tin comprises two hinged compartments with hinged lids and a brass handle, with a flared lower rim. All four sides and the two lids are embossed with medieval jousting scenes, while the underside bears printed details about Huntley & Palmers (est. 1822). Measures 23cm wide x 12.5cm deep x 8.5cm high.

The tin is in excellent condition with no dents and original (vibrant) paintwork with just very minor loss. The lids open and close with a tight fit.

Physical Dimensions

Height

8.5cm (3.35")

Width

23cm (9.06")

Depth

12.5cm (4.92")

Declaration

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA942351

Dealers Internal Reference

AD417/22

Description

Striking Huntley & Palmers C 1900 biscuit tin in the form of a Georgian tea caddy with embossed medieval designs.

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The tin comprises two hinged compartments with hinged lids and a brass handle, with a flared lower rim.

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

All four sides and the two lids are embossed with medieval jousting scenes, while the underside bears printed details about Huntley & Palmers (est. 1822). Measures 23cm wide x 12.5cm deep x 8.5cm high.

The tin is in excellent condition with no dents and original (vibrant) paintwork with just very minor loss. The lids open and close with a tight fit.