Tea caddy/ box - Curved lid and copper hardware. - Wood, Copper
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An English teabox dating from around 1860, made of wood with refined copper details, measuring 9.5 × 13 × 12 cm and weighing 380 g, in good used condition with minor signs of age.
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English tea caddy with copper details – ca. 1860
A charming antique tea caddy from England, dating from around 1860, made of wood and finished with refined copper details. Such caddies were used in the 19th century for the careful storage of tea, then a precious and cherished product within British domestic culture.
The design is both functional and decorative: the wooden construction offers sturdiness, while the copper elements — such as fittings, hinges, or corner pieces — provide protection and add an elegant appearance. Tea caddies like this often stood prominently on the table or in the drawing room and reflected the refined tea culture of the Victorian era.
This specimen breathes the atmosphere of a period when tea was a social ritual and related objects were crafted with care and attention. An attractive piece that functions both as a decorative object and collectible antique.
Overview
Object: tea caddy
Material: wood with copper details
Period: ca. 1860
Origin: England
Style: Victorian, functional and decorative
Dimensions and weight
Length: 9.5 cm
Width: 13 cm
Height: 12 cm
Weight: 380 g
The photos are part of the lot description. The object will be well packed and insured for shipping.
Seller's Story
Welcome! As a family business, we have been specialized in finding and selling rare and special objects for over 30 years. With a lot of passion and dedication we search city and country for the most prestigious items for our customers. We are proud of our collection and enjoy the unique history and beauty of each object. Feel free to take a look at all our items and discover the treasures!
Translated by Google TranslateEnglish tea caddy with copper details – ca. 1860
A charming antique tea caddy from England, dating from around 1860, made of wood and finished with refined copper details. Such caddies were used in the 19th century for the careful storage of tea, then a precious and cherished product within British domestic culture.
The design is both functional and decorative: the wooden construction offers sturdiness, while the copper elements — such as fittings, hinges, or corner pieces — provide protection and add an elegant appearance. Tea caddies like this often stood prominently on the table or in the drawing room and reflected the refined tea culture of the Victorian era.
This specimen breathes the atmosphere of a period when tea was a social ritual and related objects were crafted with care and attention. An attractive piece that functions both as a decorative object and collectible antique.
Overview
Object: tea caddy
Material: wood with copper details
Period: ca. 1860
Origin: England
Style: Victorian, functional and decorative
Dimensions and weight
Length: 9.5 cm
Width: 13 cm
Height: 12 cm
Weight: 380 g
The photos are part of the lot description. The object will be well packed and insured for shipping.
Seller's Story
Welcome! As a family business, we have been specialized in finding and selling rare and special objects for over 30 years. With a lot of passion and dedication we search city and country for the most prestigious items for our customers. We are proud of our collection and enjoy the unique history and beauty of each object. Feel free to take a look at all our items and discover the treasures!
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Era
1400-1900
Weight
380 g
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Copper, Wood
Model
Curved lid and copper hardware.
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
12 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
9.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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