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George III Octagonal Painted Tea Caddy, c. 1790

Offered by: Robert Morrissey Antiques & Fine Art

Description
George III octagonal painted tea caddy, the front panel painted with an oval medallion with a basket of flowers, the sides with flower sprays, the end panels with stylized flowers; the top with a similar oval painted with leaves and flowers. The interior and cover with traces of the original foil liner.

For three nearly identical caddies, probably from the same workshop, see Anne Stevens, The Story of British Tea Chests and Caddies : Social History and Decorative Techniques. ACC Art Books, 2022, p. 194.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Wood, paint
Condition:	Fair. Scratches to top and back, wear and tear as expected with age and use.
Creation Date:	1790
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	5073974
Incollect Reference #:	841040

Dimensions

W.	6 in;	H.	4.5 in;	D.	3.5 in;
W.	15.24 cm;	H.	11.43 cm;	D.	8.89 cm;

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Robert Morrissey Antiques & Fine Art, established in 1948, specializes in period European furniture, modern design, and an extensive selection of paintings and sculpture. Contact us at 314.644.7066 or robert@robertmorrissey.com to explore our curated collection.

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