Description

Regency Period Circa 1820

From our Tea Caddy collection, we are delighted to offer this Rare Miniature Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy with a Tortoiseshell exterior features a pressed starburst design to the front with a central Silver initials plaque reading FW below a Silver squared escutcheon. The lid domed in shape with Silver quarter stringing surmounted by a Silver ball finial. The Tea Caddy stands proud upon four Silver bun feet elevating it from the base. When opened the Tea Caddy reveals the original pink velvet lined lid with bone turned handle and Tortoiseshell lid. Traces of the original silver foil lining can be seen in the Tea compartment. The Tea Caddy dates to the Regency period circa 1820.

The Rare Tea Caddy comes complete with working lock and tasselled key.

The term “Tortoiseshell” describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance called keratin, which can be cut and shaped into a variety of decorative items. Tortoiseshell has been used for centuries to make a range of decorative objects, including combs, brush handles, and other small items. It is also sometimes used to make tea caddies, as it is strong, durable, and can be polished to a high shine. The term “tortoiseshell” is used to describe these decorative items, even though they are made from the shells of sea turtles because the term has been used historically to refer to this material.

If you are purchasing Tortoiseshell or Ivory pieces and are outside the E.U. you must have a CITES certificate in order to import the item into your country. We can obtain these on your behalf at a cost of £50 and these can take up to 14 working days to arrive at our office. Due to the strict exporting rules of these pieces, they may also come with further shipping costs. Please ensure you contact us prior to purchase for a quote.

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