Lovely handpainted Russian black lacquer box. Approximately 1" tall 3 3/4" deep and 4 3/4" long. The painting of two masked sailing ships sailing on calm waters with a  More »

Lovely handpainted Russian black lacquer box. Approximately 1" tall 3 3/4" deep and 4 3/4" long. The painting of two masked sailing ships sailing on calm waters with a mountain range and a wonderful sunset in the distance. The box is artist signed and dated. The artist signature appears to be C. Fenocknno and is dated 2000. I was informed me that Fedoskino is one of the four main villages for russian lacquer boxes. So it is possible that it was made there. It also has the place of the the painting wich appears to be Monohnnio. Very Good condition.   « Less

Beautiful Heintz bronze rectangular desk box with its original patina and sterling Greek key decoration surrounding the top. The box measures 10" by 6" by 3"  More »

Beautiful Heintz bronze rectangular desk box with its original patina and sterling Greek key decoration surrounding the top. The box measures 10" by 6" by 3" tall and is marked with the Heintz diamond logo - Sterling on Bronze.   « Less

Pristine Tiffany Studios Pineneedle paperclip in vertually unused condition. The piece measures 4" by 2 1/2" by 1 1/2" high and is marked Tiffany Studios, New  More »

Pristine Tiffany Studios Pineneedle paperclip in vertually unused condition. The piece measures 4" by 2 1/2" by 1 1/2" high and is marked Tiffany Studios, New York as shown. A wonderful and very hard to find in this condition piece in the Studios most favored pattern.   « Less

Tiffany Studios etched bronze metal and amber glass desk box in their popular grapevine pattern. The box measures 4 1/2 inches wide and 3 inches deep and is stamped as shown  More »

Tiffany Studios etched bronze metal and amber glass desk box in their popular grapevine pattern. The box measures 4 1/2 inches wide and 3 inches deep and is stamped as shown "Tiffany Studios New York 800" on the bottom. The piece is in very good overall original condition with just a minor lid glass corner line repair to mention that is not visible from the boxes exterior and for which we have considered in the very low price for this highly desirable piece.   « Less

Hand Painted 19th C. Russian Vishnyakov Tea Caddy

Hand Painted 19th C. Russian Vishnyakov Tea Caddy   « Less

Rare quality Regency sarcophagus style tea caddy with pyramid shaped lid, matching rich rosewood and matching twin tea box lids inside. The "tea chest" or  More »

Rare quality Regency sarcophagus style tea caddy with pyramid shaped lid, matching rich rosewood and matching twin tea box lids inside. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost two centuries of social ritual and decorative arts. The largest and most diverse group of caddies are the wooden boxes or chests. The high cost of tea assured its status as a luxury item and necessitated a secure container for its storage and display. The construction and decoration of these containers was a reflection of the social rank of the owner. The finest furniture makers were enlisted to produce these boxes, each of which reflected the cabinetmaker's best work. Circa 1825. h. 6" w. 8" d. 5".   « Less

This late 18th Century, George III fine rosewood double tea caddy is elegantly crafted in the Sheraton style. An outstanding celebration of the understated, (more simple than  More »

This late 18th Century, George III fine rosewood double tea caddy is elegantly crafted in the Sheraton style. An outstanding celebration of the understated, (more simple than much later ornate styles) this neoclassical piece displays exceptional rosewood grain and matching rosewood on the double tea compartment lids inside. The piece includes the original crystal mixing bowl. Please note a repair on the mixing bowl - see photo. Also exhibits 18th Century hand made off center screw heads. When it was made it was most likely called a "tea chest". The word "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost two centuries of social ritual and decorative arts. The largest and most diverse group of caddies are the wooden boxes or chests. The high cost of tea assured its status as a luxury item and necessitated a secure container for its storage and display. The construction and decoration of these containers was a reflection of the social rank of the owner. The finest furniture makers were enlisted to produce these boxes, each of which reflected the cabinetmaker's best work. Circa 1775 - 1799. h. 6" w. 12" d. 6".   « Less

This fine example of Regency artisanship features a large over sized sarcophagus style profile, lion head handles and structure with pyramid shaped lid, all made of the rare  More »

This fine example of Regency artisanship features a large over sized sarcophagus style profile, lion head handles and structure with pyramid shaped lid, all made of the rare rich and prized dense coromandel wood, sometimes known as Madagasgar ebony, the custom round mixing bowl frame, and the twin coromandel tea box lids inside. The original cut crystal mixing bowl in the center is rare indeed. The inside of the lid boasts original golden velvet signifying noble stature. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost two centuries of social ritual and decorative arts. The largest and most diverse group of caddies are the wooden boxes or chests. The high cost of tea assured its status as a luxury item and necessitated a secure container for its storage and display. The construction and decoration of these containers was a reflection of the social rank of the owner. The finest furniture makers were enlisted to produce these boxes, each of which reflected the cabinetmaker's best work. Circa 1805-1815. h. 9" w. 14" d. 7.5".   « Less

This late 18th Century, George III fine inlaid mahogany double tea caddy is elegantly crafted in the Sheraton style. An outstanding celebration of the understated, (more  More »

This late 18th Century, George III fine inlaid mahogany double tea caddy is elegantly crafted in the Sheraton style. An outstanding celebration of the understated, (more simple than much later ornate styles) this neoclassical piece displays exceptional mahogany grain, beautifully complemented by the inlaid maple round on the lid and matching maple trim surrounding mahogany on the double tea compartment lids inside. The piece also exhibits 18th Century hand made off center screw heads. When it was made it was most likely called a "tea chest". The word "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost two centuries of social ritual and decorative arts. The largest and most diverse group of caddies are the wooden boxes or chests. The high cost of tea assured its status as a luxury item and necessitated a secure container for its storage and display. The construction and decoration of these containers was a reflection of the social rank of the owner. The finest furniture makers were enlisted to produce these boxes, each of which reflected the cabinetmaker's best work. Circa 1775 - 1799. h. 5" w. 9" d. 5".   « Less

Fine over-sized English Regency mahogany burl wood sarcophagus style tea caddy with stylized lion head brass side ring handles and rare pierced sphere feet, matching rich  More »

Fine over-sized English Regency mahogany burl wood sarcophagus style tea caddy with stylized lion head brass side ring handles and rare pierced sphere feet, matching rich mahogany burl and matching twin tea box lids inside with rare ivory knobs. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost two centuries of social ritual and decorative arts. The largest and most diverse group of caddies are the wooden boxes or chests. The high cost of tea assured its status as a luxury item and necessitated a secure container for its storage and display. The construction and decoration of these containers was a reflection of the social rank of the owner. The finest furniture makers were enlisted to produce these boxes, each of which reflected the cabinetmaker's best work. Circa 1820. Dimensions: 7" h. X w. 12" w. X 6" d.   « Less