Antique Sarcophagus Tea Caddy, English, Box, Glass Mixer, Regency c.1820

This is an antique sarcophagus tea caddy. An English, rosewood case with glass mixer, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. Appealing craftsmanship with a striking decorative appearance. It displays a desirable aged patina and in good order. Select stocks present fine grain interest. Light caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finish. Distinctive sarcophagus top with decorative satinwood stringing. Dressed to the fascia with a diamond shaped escutcheon — key absent. Pair of lidded canisters sit neatly with a later mixing glass to centre. Canisters in appealing original order, with gently aged linings. Mixing glass presents appealing cut detail with lozenge pattern. Sash shaped rim with a rolled, circular foot. Glass resides within a vibrant lined receptacle. The whole raised upon a quartet of dashing ball & claw feet. This is a distinctive antique sarcophagus tea caddy, with striking figuring and graced with fine Regency craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information – we are here to help.