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Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper
Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper
Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper
Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper
Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper
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Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper

  • This silver caddy emulates the wooden caskets used by merchants in China for storing tea
  • The caddy features chased borders adorned with acanthus leaf motifs and a pseudo-Chinese character
  • The keyhole reflects the high value of tea at the time
  • Edward Cooper was a renowned London silversmith who was active during the Georgian era
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$7,450
Item No. 31-9222

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Description
This cylindrical drum-form tea caddy is crafted in silver, emulating the wooden caskets used by merchants in China for storing tea. The caddy features chased borders adorned with European acanthus leaf motifs, and the front displays a pseudo-Chinese character. A sprig of a tea plant serves as the finial on the lid. The keyhole, surrounded by a leaf design, reflects the high value of tea at the time, as tea caddies were often kept locked. . .
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This cylindrical drum-form tea caddy is crafted in silver, emulating the wooden caskets used by merchants in China for storing tea. The caddy features chased borders adorned with European acanthus leaf motifs, and the front displays a pseudo-Chinese character. A sprig of a tea plant serves as the finial on the lid. The keyhole, surrounded by a leaf design, reflects the high value of tea at the time, as tea caddies were often kept locked inside larger mahogany boxes.

While many tea caddies were intricately chased, this cylindrical drum style is well-suited for engraving. This tea caddy, made in 1775, exemplifies the period's popular chinoiserie style that blossomed with trade and was once part of the iconic Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.

Edward Cooper was a renowned London silversmith who was active during the Georgian era. Known for his exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail, Cooper specialized in creating fine silverware that exemplified the elegance and sophistication of the period. His works often featured intricate engravings and classical motifs, which were popular among the wealthy clientele of the time.

Hallmarked Edward Cooper, London, 1775-76

4” high x 3 3/5” wide x 3 3/5” deep

Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
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Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper
Period: 18th Century
Origin: England
Type: Tea Caddies
Style: Georgian
Depth: 3.75 in. (9.53 cm)
Width: 3.75 in. (9.53 cm)
Height: 4.0 in. (10.16 cm)
Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper
Steeped in Tradition: The History of Tea

The Origins of Tea Tea, found in countless coffee shops and home pantries worldwide, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The history began in 2737 BCE when legend states Emperor...

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