English Tea Caddy Walnut Burl Ebony 19th C

Antiques : Boxes : Tea Caddies

 

Dome lid "S" shaped English tea caddy 19th century is made of gorgeous walnut burl with the burl showing especially well on the lid. Inlaid ebony in the shape of a diamond center top and at key hole with working lock and key on tiny black tassel. Interior of the lid lined in deep red leather,tiny area missing in front of right hinge. Original brass hinges and tiny knobs on each of the compartment walnut lids. The interior of the compartments are wooden and painted a gun metal gray giving the look of a tin liner. Overall excellent condition and rich patina to the wood. Measures 8.5L X 6D X 5.25H.

Item ID: AA3188