Antique Victorian Papier Mâché Tea Caddy Chinoiserie Gilt Decorated
Code: 11774
Antique Victorian Papier Mâché Tea Caddy Chinoiserie Gilt Decorated Casket Box
A beautiful antique Victorian papier mâché tea caddy, finished in black lacquer with finely hand-painted gilt Chinoiserie decoration throughout.
The caddy features an attractive octagonal form with a domed hinged lid, raised on four decorative feet and fitted with its original escutcheon. The front is decorated with an oriental landscape scene featuring traditional buildings and figures, while the lid and sides are adorned with delicate gilt floral and foliate decoration.
An elegant example of Victorian decorative art that displays beautifully and would make an excellent addition to a collection of tea caddies or papier mâché ware.
Dimensions
Width: 20 cm Depth: 12 cm Height: 14 cmCondition
Good antique condition with honest age-related wear, including some rubbing and craquelure to the lacquer and gilt decoration, as expected for a Victorian piece. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
The lock and escutcheon are present no key
