This fine example of Regency artisanship features sarcophagus style profile and structure with pyramid shaped lid, matching rich rosewood with with decorative inlaid brass scroll work on the lid, the custom round mixing bowl frame, and the twin brass inlaid tea box lids inside. The original cut crystal mixing bowl in the center is rare indeed. The inside of the lid boasts original red velvet signifying noble stature. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, der ...click for details
Fine Regency sarcophagus style tea caddy with pyramid shaped lid, matching rich mahogany and matching twin tea box lids inside with rare ivory knobs. This piece has two points of old repair at the corners of the lid. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost two centuries of social ritua ...click for details
This fine example of Regency artisanship features a large over sized sarcophagus style profile, lion head handles and structure with pyramid shaped lid, all made of the rare rich and prized dense coromandel wood, sometimes known as Madagasgar ebony, the custom round mixing bowl frame, and the twin coromandel tea box lids inside. The original cut crystal mixing bowl in the center is rare indeed. The inside of the lid boasts original golden velvet signifying noble stature. The "tea chest" ...click for details
Fine over-sized English Regency mahogany burl wood sarcophagus style tea caddy with stylized lion head brass side ring handles and rare pierced sphere feet, matching rich mahogany burl and matching twin tea box lids inside with rare ivory knobs. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost t ...click for details
Rare quality Regency sarcophagus style tea caddy with pyramid shaped lid, matching rich rosewood and matching twin tea box lids inside. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost two centuries of social ritual and decorative arts. The largest and most diverse group of caddies are the woode ...click for details
This fine example of Regency artisanship features sarcophagus style profile and structure with pyramid shaped lid, matching rich mahogany with with decorative inlaid trim on the lid, the custom round mixing bowl frame, and the twin tea box lids inside. The orginal cut crystal mixing bowl in the center is rare indeed. The inside of the lid boasts original pale blue velvet signifying noble stature. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay ...click for details
Striking antique coromandel wood English box features scaloped design, inlaid brass inside lid and two levels of custom compartments. Circas second half 19th Century. Dimensions: 13" wide X 9" deep X 5" high.
Beautiful rich lustrous brass inlaid rosewood English regency breakfast table with gilt trim and casters. This your chance to own a real museum quality treasure. This all original fine piece has fully functioning brass hardware for tilt feature to save space (see photos). h. 28.5" X 49.5" diameter. Circa 1800-1815.
Beautiful rich lustrous rosewood English regency breakfast table with inlaid accents, gilt trim and casters. This your chance to own a real museum quality treasure. This all original fine piece has fully functioning brass hardware for tilt feature to save space (see photos). h. 28 1/2" diameter 49 1/2". Circa 1800-1815.
