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Very Good Georgian Burr Elm Sarcophagus Shaped Tea Caddy, U.K, circa 1800

About the Item

A very handsome early 19th century Georgian sarcophagus-shaped tea caddy in burr elm. The highly figured case fitted with a hinged canted top with a cross-banded edge, opening to an interior housing twin lidded tea canisters flanking a period cut-glass mixing bowl, the base retaining its original but non-functioning locking mechanism, raised overall on a quarter-round moulded plinth base.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The very old finish has been re-polished, the cut glass mixing bowl is of the period but may be associated. Wear consistent with age and use. In extremely good condition overall and exhibiting exceptional figuring, colour, & patina.
  • Seller Location:
    Ottawa, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2728323666802
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