Description Fluted Boxwood Canted Corners From our Tea Caddy Collection, we are pleased to offer this superb George III Satinwood Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy of rectangular shape with canted corners having inlaid boxwood flutes to the front faces. The lid and front panel feature Tulipwood crossbanding with Boxwood stringing and three oval cartouches featuring inlaid conch shells with accented designs surrounded by further ropework alternating stringing. To the front a diamond shape escutcheon is located to safely lock the Tea Caddy from prying hands. When opened the Tea Caddy reveals twin lidded Tea Caddy compartments with matching turned bone handles surrounded by further inlaid fans of high quality containing silver foil bases. The Tea Caddy dates to the Georgian Period during the reign of George III circa 1790. The Tea Caddy comes complete with working lock and tasselled key. Satinwood Satinwood is found in India and Sri Lanka. It has a rich golden colour and an almost reflective sheen. Satinwood is traditionally used for high quality furniture. For further information see our Woods Encyclopaedia on Satinwood. Boxwood Boxwood, also known as Buxus sempervirens” can be found in Europe, Northwest Africa and Southwest Asia. It is a light cream that turns darker to brown when exposed to light. The trees are very small meaning it is suited to smaller projects like edging or inlay instead of veneers. For further information see our Woods Encyclopaedia on Boxwood. Tulipwood Tulipwood is also known as Brazilian Tulipwood, Brazilian Pinkwood and Bahia Rosewood. It is found in South America, mainly Brazil. The colour is warm yellow with streaks or brown-red grain. For further information see our Woods Encyclopaedia on Tulipwood. Georgian The Georgian era was a period in British history dating from 1714-1837, known as the Georgian era after the Hanoverian kings George I, George II, George III and George IV. Why Buy from Mark Goodger Antiques? With over thirty five years of specialist experience, Mark Goodger Antiques is recognised internationally as a leading authority in antique boxes and related works of art. Every item offered has been personally selected by Mark, whose knowledge and judgement are trusted by collectors, institutions, museums, interior designers, and fellow dealers worldwide. Every purchase is supplied with a full supporting package for clarity and reassurance. This includes a Certificate of Authenticity, a detailed condition and care guide specific to your item, our most recent catalogue, and a separate invoice suitable for insurance and valuation purposes. Each piece is carefully examined prior to sale to ensure accuracy of description and quality. Your purchase is fully insured during transit and protected by our straightforward money back guarantee, allowing you to buy with complete confidence. We pride ourselves on transparency, expertise, and long term relationships with our clients, many of whom return to us repeatedly over decades. When you buy from Mark Goodger Antiques, you are purchasing from a specialist family business built on knowledge, trust, and an unrivalled focus on antique boxes.
