Victorian Mother Pearl Tea Caddy
19th Century English Victorian Cormandel Mother of Pearl Tea Caddy, circa 1850
Located in Banner Elk, NC
English Victorian cormandel tea caddy decorated with mother of pearl and brass studs, circa 1850s
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Tea Caddies
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Brass
Victorian Marquetry Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
unusual Victorian Marquetry Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy of unusual form with two outer Tea Caddies with domed
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A Sarcophagus-Style Two Compartment Tea Caddy Depicting Hever Castle, c1870
By Henry Hollamby
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Sarcophagus-Style Two Compartment Tea Caddy Depicting Hever Castle, c1870
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Tea Caddies
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19th Century Walnut and Brass Dome-Top Wood English Sewing Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
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Materials
Brass
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Victorian Mother Pearl Tea Caddy For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the victorian mother pearl tea caddy you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each victorian mother pearl tea caddy for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using mother-of-pearl, shell and bone. When you’re browsing for the right victorian mother pearl tea caddy, those designed in Victorian styles are of considerable interest.
How Much is a Victorian Mother Pearl Tea Caddy?
A victorian mother pearl tea caddy can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,308, while the lowest priced sells for $475 and the highest can go for as much as $5,450.
Finding the Right boxes for You
From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.
The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.
Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.
Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.
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