Wonderful Antique English Regency Walnut & Tulipwood Tea Caddy - Floral Inlay
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Description
A fabulous and most unusual tea caddy dating to the Regency era, around 1820.A rare combination of woods has been used, nutty Cognac coloured Walnut and rich graphic Tulipwood.
The top has exquisite and intricate Marquetry inlay featuring a floral bouquet, using various timbers to create it.
The box is fabulous shape and stands on four brass ball feet. Once the lid is opened, the interior reveals a double compartment configuration with two Tulipwood lids.
The box has a working (very unusual) lock and key, locking from the bottom into the top, very, very unusual.
Excellent condition, measuring 9 1/2" x 7" x 5".
Item ID: 35955
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Dimensions
Height = 12.7 cm (5")Width = 24.13 cm (10")
Depth = 17.78 cm (7")
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