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Antique William IV Scottish Silver Tea Caddy Box Edinburgh, Scotland 1836

$4,026.65
£2,950
€3,470.57
CA$5,606.90
A$6,025.21
CHF 3,232.87
MX$70,973.26
NOK 40,649.80
SEK 37,133.33
DKK 25,937.64

About the Item

The Antique William IV Scottish Silver Tea Caddy is rectangular with softly bowed sides, standing on four elaborate scroll feet, and is entirely decorated in high-relief repoussé and chased ornament. The surface is richly worked with scrolling foliage and floral motifs interspersed with figural panels, all framed within flowing rococo-style cartouches. One side features an engraved presentation inscription. The hinged domed lid is equally lavish, with dense foliate chasing and has a substantial floral finial. The Tea Caddy was a presentation piece awarded to the winner of an Exhibition in Perth, Scotland. Made in London, England in 1836 by James McKay. Approx. Weight - 630g / 20.3oz Approx. Height - 15.1cm Approx. Width - 12.4cm Approx. Depth - 10.4cm This Antique Silver Tea Caddy has a Full Scottish Hallmark. The Tea Caddy is in excellent condition with no damage. STOCK CODE - TEA01
  • Creator:
    James McKay (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.95 in (15.1 cm)Width: 4.1 in (10.4 cm)Depth: 4.89 in (12.4 cm)
  • Style:
    William IV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1836
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4842248314802

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