George III Inlaid Mahogany Tea Caddy

Circa 1820, mahogany and fruitwood veneers, deal secondary, with inlaid kite escutcheon, silver mounted ring handle to the lid, opening to a red papered lid above twin lidded tea compartments, the center with later handblown footed glass mixing bowl with frosted sprig motif, unmarked.

5 1/4 x 9 1/2 x 5 in.

Private Collection, Danville, Virginia

Side panel and lid side with tight shrinkage crack to veneers; some light scratches; interior tea compartments with traces of original tin lining.

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