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Wonderful Scottish Folk Art Tea Caddy

Offered by: Yew Tree House

Description
Most unusual early 19th century Scottish carved Folk Art tea caddy, the lid with foliate carving and knob finial, the body taking its design from the more hi style sarcophagus form boxes which were fashionable in Regency society.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Birch
Condition:	Good. crusty old surface - lovely and intact
Creation Date:	circa 1820
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	deptmmdrkpvl
Incollect Reference #:	452511

Dimensions

W.	8 in;	H.	6 in;	D.	5 in;
W.	20.32 cm;	H.	15.24 cm;	D.	12.7 cm;

Message from Seller:

Yew Tree House Antiques, established in 1991, specializes in unique pieces with “soulfulness of character,” carefully curated by Kevin Kleinbardt and Ahna Petersen. Visit us at The Gallery at 200 Lex in New York City or contact us at 212.249.6612 | ythantiques@yahoo.com.