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Antique Dome Top Tea Caddy, English, Burr Walnut, Box, Gothic Taste, Victorian

$846.86
£608
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CA$1,152.79
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CHF 672.77
MX$15,777.41
NOK 8,541.76
SEK 8,096.82
DKK 5,364.34
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This is an antique dome top tea caddy. An English, burr walnut and brass capped loose leaf box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Wonderful Gothic revival finish to this appealing caddy Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order Superb burr walnut presents fine grain interest throughout Rich caramel hues dance across the dome top form Adorned with striking brass caps, with prominent lobe detail Dressed with a shaped lock escutcheon to the fascia — key absent Opens to reveal a pair of lidded segments, the interior lined with silver foil paper Charming pair of tea serving spoons complete the set This is a fine antique dome top tea caddy, with striking colour and appealing Gothic overtones. Delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 20cm (7.75'') Max Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'') Max Height: 12.5cm (5'') Caddy Segment Width: 8.5cm (3.25'') Caddy Segment Depth: 9cm (3.5'') Caddy Segment Height: 6.5cm (2.5'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 248161stDibs: LU2645342027672

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