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Tea caddy, c. 1840 (ebonised pine lined with tulip wood, with bird
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Tea caddy, c. 1840 (ebonised pine lined with tulip wood, with bird
3084510 Tea caddy, c.1840 (ebonised pine lined with tulip wood, with birds eye maple veneers and brass inlays) by French School, (19th century); 11.4x22.5x11 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: Tea caddy made from ebonised wood inlaid with brass quatrefoils, lined with tulipwood and containing two foil-lined compartments, the base veneered with bird s-eye maple, probably manufactured in France c.1840.); eGeffrye Museum; French, out of copyright
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1800s Brass Color Image Color Images Colour Image Colour Images Container Containers Cultures Ebonised Ebony Feature Features Format Formats Keyhole Lifestyle Lifestyle And Culture Metals Orientation Patterned Patterns Quatrefoil Quatrefoils Shape Shaped Shapes Single Object Single Objects Sotw Studio Shots Tea Caddies Tea Caddy Vessels Victorian Era White Background White Backgrounds
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This print showcases a stunning Tea caddy from the 19th century, created by the French School. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite piece is made of ebonised pine lined with tulip wood and adorned with birds-eye maple veneers and brass inlays. Measuring at 11.4x22.5x11 cm, it is currently housed in The Geffrye Museum of the Home in London. The tea caddy features an enchanting design, incorporating brass quatrefoils on its ebonised wood surface. Its interior reveals two foil-lined compartments, perfect for storing precious tea leaves. The base of the caddy boasts a mesmerizing bird's-eye maple veneer that adds a touch of elegance to its overall appearance. Manufactured around 1840, this tea caddy represents the Victorian era and reflects the sophisticated taste prevalent during that time period. Its black color contrasts beautifully against a white background in this studio shot captured by Bridgeman Images. With its unique shape and intricate details, this tea caddy serves as both a functional container and an artistic masterpiece. It exemplifies the fusion of cultures and societies through its use of different materials and patterns. Overall, this remarkable tea caddy embodies timeless beauty while offering us a glimpse into history's rich tapestry of design and craftsmanship
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