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An Antique Tea Caddy in the Shape of a Chest of Drawers
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An Antique Tea Caddy in the Shape of a Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 25 November 2025 · Opus Antiques
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This is an unusual antique Georgian mahogany inlaid tea caddy made in the form of a chest of drawers. It has a  lovely inlaid panel to the top. The lid opens to reveal the lidded interior.  The bottom drawers are faux and do not open.

The turned  handles are made of  bone

The tea caddy measures approx 20 cm w x 13.7 cm d x 12.7 cm h.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

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This is an unusual antique Georgian mahogany inlaid tea caddy made in the form of a chest of drawers. It has a  lovely inlaid panel to the top. The lid opens to reveal the lidded interior.  The bottom drawers are faux and do not open.

The turned  handles are made of  bone

The tea caddy measures approx 20 cm w x 13.7 cm d x 12.7 cm h.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

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A rectangular antique wooden tea caddy fashioned to resemble a miniature chest of drawers, featuring inlaid fan motifs and small bone knobs.
An Antique Tea Caddy in the shape of a Chest of Drawers
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  • ObjectBoxes & Caddies
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Bone, Inlaid Veneer
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFan inlay, Stringing detail, Turned bone knobs, Escutcheon plates

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An antique tea caddy is a small box or chest designed specifically to store loose tea leaves, which were extremely expensive and valuable commodities in the 18th and 19th centuries. They were kept locked by the head of the household, with peak popularity occurring during the Georgian and Victorian eras.

Traditional tea caddies were crafted from fine cabinet timbers such as mahogany, rosewood, and satinwood, often featuring intricate veneer work, stringing, and mother-of-pearl or bone escutcheons. Interior compartments typically included foil-lined storage wells with wooden lids to preserve the aroma of the tea.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional old-growth timber grains, and period-appropriate hardware such as brass or bone locks and knobs. Examination of the interior construction, lining remnants, and natural wear patterns helps verify age and originality.

An antique tea caddy can be styled as a decorative accent piece on a sideboard, coffee table, or open bookshelf to introduce texture, history, and warmth. Its compact scale allows it to sit easily on top of stacks of books or display cabinets as a focal point.

Preserve wooden tea caddies by keeping them out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent the wood and veneer from cracking or warping. Dust gently with a dry, soft cloth and occasionally apply microcrystalline wax to protect the historic polished finish.
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