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English Decorated Rolled Paper Tea Caddy in its Original Chinese Display Case

Offered by: Michael Lipitch Ltd

Description
Antique Extremely Rare and Possibly Unique, English Decorated Rolled Paper Tea Caddy in its Original Chinese Display Case

England c.1780.

A Museum standard English Scrollwork Tea Caddy of imposing size within its original Chinese Hardwood Cabinet , also having the Trade Label of T. Dalton London Circa 1785.
Presumably the original owner of this amazing piece travelled to the Orient in the 18th century and commissioned the protective cabinet and thus preserving the caddy in its excellent state.
The rarity and excellence of the caddy and the Oriental connection suggests it was probably owned by an Important Tea Merchant.

Provenance
Private Collection

Literature: Unrecorded

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Michael Lipitch Ltd, established in 1960, offers a curated selection of 17th, 18th, and 19th-century antiques, focusing on authenticity, provenance, and rarity. Based in St James's, London, Michael Lipitch works closely with collectors, museums, and designers to source exceptional pieces, available by appointment only; contact him at michaellipitchantiques@gmail.com or +44 7730 954347.