What is a Tunbridge Ware box?

A Tunbridge Ware box is a specific type of wooden container decorated with a mosaic of countless tiny, naturally coloured wood slivers that form detailed geometric or pictorial motifs. These pieces originate predominantly from the nineteenth century in Kent, representing a high point in specialised British micro-mosaic woodworking.

How were tea caddies used?

Tea caddies served to store expensive tea leaves securely under lock and key in the formal reception rooms of Georgian and Victorian homes. Servants typically kept the key, dispensing the precious leaves only when tea was prepared for the household and guests.

How do I care for rosewood?

Rosewood benefits from stable indoor humidity and protection from direct sunlight, which can fade the rich natural grain and dry out old timbers. Applying a minimal amount of appropriate furniture wax helps nourish the surface without building up excessive residue over the marquetry.

Dating relies on examining the construction methods, interior paper linings, lock types, and the prevailing decorative style such as Regency brass inlay or Victorian Tunbridge work. Secondary woods inside the box and the specific species of veneer used also offer reliable clues to the decade of manufacture.

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A rosewood marquetry box brings together rich timber and meticulous wood inlay, offering a tangible link to Victorian and Regency craftsmanship.

Rare Regency Tunbridge Ware Sewing Basket

19th century

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Rare Regency Tunbridge Ware Sewing Basket

From Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

£275

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19th century

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Fine Tunbridge Ware Octagonal Basket

From Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

£185

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Superb Quality Regency Rosewood and Inlaid Brass Desk Stand or Inkstand

19th century

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Superb Quality Regency Rosewood and Inlaid Brass Desk Stand or Inkstand

From LVS Decorative Arts

£2,250

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Music Box Circa, 1875. Bells in View, Musical Box

19th century

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Music Box Circa, 1875. Bells in View, Musical Box

From Frank Craig Antiques

£1,200

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19th century

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Fine Tunbridge Ware Lined Box

From Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

£105

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Music Box Circa 1880. Marquetry, Musical Box.

19th century

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Music Box Circa 1880. Marquetry, Musical Box.

From Frank Craig Antiques

£2,900

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Victorian Rosewood Inlaid Marquetry Tea Caddy

19th century

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Victorian Rosewood Inlaid Marquetry Tea Caddy

From FB Antiques

£395

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19th century

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Antique French Marquetry and Ormolu Stationary Casket . 19th Century

From Regent Antiques

£1,250

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19th century

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Twelve Air Musical Box by Nicole Freres

From The Antique Clock Co.

£4,250

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19th century

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Brass Inlaid Rosewood Tea Caddy

From LTANTIQUES.CO.UK

£575

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Listings demonstrate a strong presence of 19th-century English and Swiss workmanship, combining rosewood carcases with brass, boxwood, and intricate mosaic wood inlay.

Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Coal Box

19th century

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Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Coal Box

From London City Antiques

£785

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19th century

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A Rosewood Domed Top Tea Caddy

From John Beazor Antiques

£1,150

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19th century

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French Rosewood Sewing Basket

From Georgian Antiques

£850

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Victorian Box, in Rosewood C 1880

From Minerva Antiques Ltd

£360

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Antique English Victorian Tunbridge Ware Ladies Glove Box

19th century

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Antique English Victorian Tunbridge Ware Ladies Glove Box

From Applecross Antiques

£785

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique English Victorian Tunbridge Ware Cribbage Box

19th century

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Antique English Victorian Tunbridge Ware Cribbage Box

From Applecross Antiques

£285

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Rosewood Marquetry Box

Rare Regency Tunbridge Ware Sewing Basket

Fine Tunbridge Ware Octagonal Basket

Superb Quality Regency Rosewood and Inlaid Brass Desk Stand or Inkstand

Music Box Circa, 1875. Bells in View, Musical Box

Fine Tunbridge Ware Lined Box

Music Box Circa 1880. Marquetry, Musical Box.

Victorian Rosewood Inlaid Marquetry Tea Caddy

Antique French Marquetry and Ormolu Stationary Casket . 19th Century

Twelve Air Musical Box by Nicole Freres

Brass Inlaid Rosewood Tea Caddy

Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Coal Box

A Rosewood Domed Top Tea Caddy

French Rosewood Sewing Basket

Victorian Box, in Rosewood C 1880

Antique English Victorian Tunbridge Ware Ladies Glove Box

Antique English Victorian Tunbridge Ware Cribbage Box

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