Lot 298: Hand-Painted Lidded Tea Caddy with Motto Cartouche
550+ Lots— Hand-Knotted Persian Rugs, Chinoiserie & Chippendale Antiques · Sold
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- Auction
- 550+ Lots— Hand-Knotted Persian Rugs, Chinoiserie & Chippendale Antiques
- Lot Number
- 298
- Status
- Sold
- Hammer / Price
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- Opening Bid
- $5.00
- Accepted Bids
- 18
- Closed
- 5/31/26 7:25 PM PT
Description
Lidded ceramic tea caddy of baluster form on a footed base, with a cream ground, pale green banding, and molded egg-and-dart and reticulated detailing at the neck and foot. The front cartouche is hand-painted with the motto "A CUP OF TEA FOR ME & A CUP OF TEA FOR THEE," framed by scrolling foliate sprays. The domed cover is surmounted by a ribbed metal finial.