An exceptional 19th Century Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy with Ivory Bun feet, retaining its original lead foil lining, interior lid and in good condition. However, it is missing the original lock and key, the silver escheuton is still in good condition.
H:4" W:5" D:3 1/4"
A tea caddy is a box, jar, canister or other receptacle for tea. The word is believed to be derived from catty, the Chinese pound. The earliest examples that came to Europe were of Chinese porcelain, and approximated in shape to t... Click for details
