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18th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tea Caddy with Three Metal Canisters
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18th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tea Caddy with Three Metal Canisters

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A mid 18th century mahogany tea caddy inlaid with chequered banding and decorated with subtle punch work pattern detail, with three metal canisters and a spoon rack internally.

A fine quality tea caddy c1750 with vivid chequered inlay to the front and sides, and a punch work pattern to the top, the edge of the lid, and the base. Inside there are three rectangular metal canisters with round lids, and a slotted area behind these for storing teaspoons. The handle on the lid appears to be original. The lock and key are present, but the lock no longer holds the catch on the lid.

Condition: There are a few areas of missing or replaced veneer. There is a small area of damage to the back corner. The lid doesn’t sit totally square to the body. The metal canisters are quite tarnished though otherwise in good condition and fit perfectly. These points can all be seen in the photos. Overall a lovely and beautifully made tea caddy in good condition, with some wear as is to be expected in an item over 270 years old.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Antique and Unique has dated this Antique Mahogany Tea Caddy to the 1750s.

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SA986517
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A mid 18th century mahogany tea caddy inlaid with chequered banding and decorated with subtle punch work pattern detail, with three metal canisters and a spoon rack internally.
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A fine quality tea caddy c1750 with vivid chequered inlay to the front and sides, and a punch work pattern to the top, the edge of the lid, and the base.
Antique and Unique

Inside there are three rectangular metal canisters with round lids, and a slotted area behind these for storing teaspoons. The handle on the lid appears to be original. The lock and key are present, but the lock no longer holds the catch on the lid.

fig 1. An 18th-century rectangular mahogany tea caddy with geometric string inlay borders, a brass escutcheon, and a top brass handle.
fig 1. 18th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tea Caddy with Three Metal Canisters

Condition: There are a few areas of missing or replaced veneer. There is a small area of damage to the back corner. The lid doesn’t sit totally square to the body. The metal canisters are quite tarnished though otherwise in good condition and fit perfectly. These points can all be seen in the photos. Overall a lovely and beautifully made tea caddy in good condition, with some wear as is to be expected in an item over 270 years old.

Free UK delivery.

Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Antique and Unique has dated this Antique Mahogany Tea Caddy to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
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SA986517
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An 18th-century rectangular mahogany tea caddy with geometric string inlay borders, a brass escutcheon, and a top brass handle.
18th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tea Caddy with Three Metal Canisters
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A tea caddy is a specialised wooden or metallic container created during the 18th century to store and lock valuable loose tea leaves securely.

Georgian tea caddies were typically constructed from woods such as mahogany, rosewood, or satinwood, often featuring geometric marquetry, bone keyhole escutcheons, and brass hardware.

Authentic 18th-century pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints, slight variations in hand-cut inlay work, period brass fittings with natural oxidisation, and signs of historical hand-planing on internal surfaces.

Position the caddy as a decorative focal point on a dark wood sideboard, a styled bookshelf, or an entry console alongside contemporary ceramics and glassware.

Preserve the timber finish by dusting regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish sparingly while keeping the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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