Mother of Pearl Tea Caddy
code:7097Mother of Pearl Tea Caddy
A mid 19th century mother of pearl veneered and gilt brass mounted tea caddy.
The caddy is oblong in shape, is raised on low turned bun feet and is decorated with pierced gilt brass strapping.
The interior has two tea storage compartments that have wood lids and are veneered in mother of pearl with knob handles.
The tea caddy is in good condition, the tin foil linings of the compartments has perished over time.
We have fitted an old key but it does not turn the lock. (Circa 1840)
Height 11cm (4.3 inches)
Width 14.5cm (5.7 inches)
Depth 8cm (3.1 inches)
