Antique fruit tea caddy in apple form, turned in sycamore with original foil lined interior, early 19th century example.
ABOUT
This antique apple fruit tea caddy is turned in sycamore and modelled as a natural apple, dating to circa 1800.
Carved in a rounded form with a naturalistic button stalk to the top, closely echoing the shape of the original fruit. The surface has developed a warm colour over time consistent with early nineteenth century sycamore.
The caddy retains its original steel escutcheon to the front with matching hinge to the rear. When opened, the interior shows traces of the original silver foil lining, traditionally used to preserve the freshness of tea.
Fruit tea caddies were produced as both functional and decorative objects, reflecting the importance of tea drinking within the home at the turn of the nineteenth century. Their sculptural forms make them particularly desirable to collectors.
A well preserved example of an early treen tea caddy with strong colour and form.
DETAILS
Stock Number:
500437
Dimensions:
Width: 11
Depth: 11
Height: 11
Place of origin:
Germany
Date of manufacture:
Circa 1800
Seller:
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