George III Yew Wood Tea Caddy; English, circa 1800

List: $3,850

Large scale George III period burr yew wood tea caddy of rectangular form with cast brass ring handles, hinged lid revealing compartmentalized interior with two lidded canisters flanking a central glass sugar bowl. The exterior featuring fine burr yew wood veneers with distinctive figured grain patterns throughout. Original brass hardware and working lock. English, circa 1800.

height: 6 in. (15 cm.)
width: 13 in. (33 cm.)
depth: 7 in. (18 cm.)

• Item Number: SW-012
• Country: England
• Period: Early 19th Century, George III
• Creation Date: Circa 1800
• Materials: Burr yew wood, Yew wood
• Height: 15 cm., 6 in.
• Length: 13 in., 33 cm.
• Depth: 18 cm., 7 in.
• Condition: Very good