Antique English Oval Copper Tea Caddy | Early 20th Century | Silver-Lined |Engraved
Antique English Oval Copper Tea Caddy | Early 20th Century | Silver-Lined |Engraved
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This beautiful early 20th century vintage copper oval tea caddy is a charming example of antique tea storage, combining elegant engraving with traditional copper craftsmanship.
The front of the caddy features a delicately engraved decorative motif, while the lid is adorned with a lavish engraved design that covers the entire surface, adding remarkable texture and visual depth. A classic copper finial crowns the lid, giving the piece a refined and traditional finishing touch.
This elegant oval tea caddy was crafted by the renowned English silversmith Barker Ellis, a respected maker known for fine metalwork and quality craftsmanship.
The body is framed with embossed, hand-applied borders along both the top and bottom edges, providing subtle dimension and highlighting the craftsmanship of the piece. The interior is fully silver-lined, a traditional finish used to protect the copper and preserve tea leaves.
This petite caddy makes a beautiful decorative piece for a tea shelf, kitchen display, or curated copper collection.
Dimensions
Height: 3 inches
Width: 3.5 inches
Depth: 2.5 inches
Interior: Silver-lined
Origin: English
Lovingly restored by hand with traditional methods and pure tin interiors, these antiques are brought back to life—ready to be used and treasured again. While we do our best to restore each piece, subtle signs of age and charm may remain as a testament to its history.