antique sarcophagus tea caddy, anglo indian, colonial, campaign, victorian, 1850

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This is an antique sarcophagus tea caddy. An Anglo-Indian rosewood colonial campaign casket with brass inlay, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. 

• Striking appearance with quality inlaid brass and a delightful sarcophagus form
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order
• Select stocks show fine grain interest throughout
• Warm caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finish

• Shallow sarcophagus top with central lozenge bearing a brass inlaid quaterfoil symbol
• Interior dressed with a pair of gently narrowing compartments
• Each removable lid has a small brass pull set within an inlaid medallion
• Lid interior lined with ruched velvet in a medium green hue

• Front fascia dressed with an inset brass lock escutcheon — key absent
• Further brass inlay decorating the caddy with golden tones
• Circular brass drop handles to each side, looping through ornate foliate backplates

This is a distinctive and highly appealing antique sarcophagus tea caddy, with fine figuring and rich colour. A treat for the coffee table or desk. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 22.5cm (8.75'')
Max Depth: 13cm (5'')
Max Height: 14cm (5.5'')

Caddy Interior Width: 9cm (3.5'')
Caddy Interior Depth: 9.5cm (3.75'')
Caddy Interior Height: 8.5cm (3.25'') 

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