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Antique Sarcophagus Tea Caddy, Anglo Indian, Colonial, Campaign, Victorian, 1850

About the Item

This is an antique sarcophagus tea caddy. An Anglo-Indian rosewood colonial campaign casket with brass inlay, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Striking appearance with quality inlaid brass and a delightful sarcophagus form Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order Select stocks show fine grain interest throughout Warm caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finish Shallow sarcophagus top with central lozenge bearing a brass inlaid quaterfoil symbol Interior dressed with a pair of gently narrowing compartments Each removable lid has a small brass pull set within an inlaid medallion Lid interior lined with ruched velvet in a medium green hue Front fascia dressed with an inset brass lock escutcheon — key absent Further brass inlay decorating the caddy with golden tones Circular brass drop handles to each side, looping through ornate foliate backplates This is a distinctive and highly appealing antique sarcophagus tea caddy, with fine figuring and rich colour. A treat for the coffee table or desk. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 22.5cm (8.75'') Max Depth: 13cm (5'') Max Height: 14cm (5.5'') Caddy Interior Width: 9cm (3.5'') Caddy Interior Depth: 9.5cm (3.75'') Caddy Interior Height: 8.5cm (3.25'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.52 in (14 cm)Width: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.86491stDibs: LU2645330558182
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