Black Lacquer Canton Export Tea Caddy - Qing Dynasty, Early 19thC Clothing Finished with a beeswax

Finished with a beeswax

These mirrors are made from sustainable mango wood

while its design reflects the ingenuity of Indian household objects made to last for generations

These were used beside the Kang which was a raised stone platform used as a bed or lounging area in wealthy homes

Versatile in use

Black Lacquer Canton Export Tea Caddy - Qing Dynasty, Early 19thC Clothing Finished with a beeswaxThis gilt black lacquer Chinese tea caddy was made for wealthy members of the British Georgian upper class in the Qing dynasty. This intricate and detailed work was made for export to Britain when Chinoiserie was all the rage in the early 19th century. Black lacquer export sewing kits and games boxes were also made. These pieces are fragile pieces of history and are usually found damaged. This caddy has been checked over in our workshop and small