Tea caddy/ box - Wood, Steel





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French tea caddy dating from around 1880, made of wood with steel details, measuring 12 cm wide, 9.5 cm deep and 8 cm high and weighing 340 g in good used condition.
Description from the seller
French tea caddy with inscription “Thé” – ca. 1880
An elegant tea caddy from France, dating from around 1880, made of wood and bearing the inscription “Thé.” This type of caddy was used for storing tea, a product that in the 19th century became increasingly popular within European household culture.
The simple yet refined design reflects the French taste of that period: functional and stylish, with attention to detail. The inscription “Thé” not only gives the object a clear function but also contributes to the charm and authenticity of the piece. Such caddies were often visible in the kitchen or salon and formed part of the daily ritual around tea use.
The warm appearance of the wood and the subtle finish make this tea caddy an attractive object that is both practical and decorative. A beautiful example of a 19th-century household item with a typical French signature.
Overview
Object: tea caddy
Inscription: “Thé”
Material: wood
Period: ca. 1880
Origin: France
Style: functional, classic French
Dimensions
Length: 9.5 cm
Width: 12 cm
Height: 8 cm
Weight: 340 grams
The photos form part of the lot description. The object will be well packed and insured for shipping.
Seller's Story
French tea caddy with inscription “Thé” – ca. 1880
An elegant tea caddy from France, dating from around 1880, made of wood and bearing the inscription “Thé.” This type of caddy was used for storing tea, a product that in the 19th century became increasingly popular within European household culture.
The simple yet refined design reflects the French taste of that period: functional and stylish, with attention to detail. The inscription “Thé” not only gives the object a clear function but also contributes to the charm and authenticity of the piece. Such caddies were often visible in the kitchen or salon and formed part of the daily ritual around tea use.
The warm appearance of the wood and the subtle finish make this tea caddy an attractive object that is both practical and decorative. A beautiful example of a 19th-century household item with a typical French signature.
Overview
Object: tea caddy
Inscription: “Thé”
Material: wood
Period: ca. 1880
Origin: France
Style: functional, classic French
Dimensions
Length: 9.5 cm
Width: 12 cm
Height: 8 cm
Weight: 340 grams
The photos form part of the lot description. The object will be well packed and insured for shipping.

