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Georgian Tea Chest with Solid Silver Handle
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Georgian Tea Chest with Solid Silver Handle

18th century
Sold 11 July 2025 · Walton House Antiques
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Description

An unusual Georgian tea chest with solid silver handle and inset enamel paste portrait miniature signed WRAY and set within a gold oval frame. Possibly a commemorative piece. Hallmarked c1817 John Taylor

Dimensions

Height 7" 18cm

Width 8" 20cm

Depth 5" 13cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Please find our full stock list on waltonshouseantiques.co.uk

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1119829
Dealers Internal Reference
2860
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
An unusual Georgian tea chest with solid silver handle and inset enamel paste portrait miniature signed WRAY and set within a gold oval frame. Possibly a commemorative piece. Hallmarked c1817 John Taylor
fig 1. A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front.
fig 1. Georgian Tea Chest with Solid Silver Handle

Dimensions

Height 7" 18cm

Width 8" 20cm

Depth 5" 13cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Please find our full stock list on waltonshouseantiques.co.uk

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1119829
Dealers Internal Ref
2860
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Walton House Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Tea Chest with Solid Silver Handle

Archive II A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. View II
Archive III A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. View III
Archive IV A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. View IV
Archive V A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. View V
Archive VI A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. View IX
Archive X A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front. View X
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Walton House Antiques

Walton House Antiques
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Walton House Antiques
Walton Buildings
The Square
Mere
BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 244
Items Sold 3,137
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A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front.
Georgian tea chest with solid silver handle
Ref: SA1119829
A rectangular dark brown wooden tea caddy featuring a polished surface, an arched silver handle on the lid, and an embedded keyhole on the front.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTea Caddies & Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Silver, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDovetail joinery, Arch handle, Keyhole escutcheon, Flush lid
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

FAQs

A Georgian tea caddy is a small, lidded storage box created during the 18th and early 19th centuries to securely store loose tea leaves, which were an expensive and luxury commodity at the time.

These boxes were typically constructed from dense tropical hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood, frequently featuring intricate veneer work, brass or silver hardware, and fitted interiors lined with foil or paper.

Authentic pieces often exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails, genuine aged patination on the wood, original hardware including escutcheons and working locks with keys, and old hand-sawn timber boards.

This type of decorative object works effectively when placed on a sideboard, console table, or bookshelf to introduce historical texture, warmth, and refined storage into a modern living space.

Preservation requires keeping the item out of direct sunlight and away from rapid temperature fluctuations, periodically applying high-quality microcrystalline wax to protect the finish, and avoiding liquid cleaners.
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