19TH CENTURY ANTIQUE GEORGIAN MAHOGANY TEA CADDY
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We're pleased to offer for sale this great 19th century antique mahogany tea caddy. This tea caddy is crafted from high grade imported Caribbean mahogany. In the 18th & 19th century mahogany was one of the most in demand woods with only rosewood bringing a higher price at market. Mahogany was harvested at an astronomical rate and exported to Europe & North America where it was very popular among cabinetmakers. Aside from it's signature sheen, the oil density in the tropical wood also makes mahogany insect & rot resistant. The box is decorated with a brass escutcheon and retains it's original brass hinges & hasp. The box is in wonderful condition with our only note being a slight warp to the piece of wood that would hold the sugar bowl. The box measures 9 1/4" wide x 5 1/4" deep x 5 1/4" tall.
