Octagonal Hand-Painted Toleware Tea Caddy with Floral Design
This distinctive octagonal toleware tea caddy is a wonderful example of decorative craftsmanship. Made from metal and painted to imitate warm wood grain, it features a hinged lid topped with a gilt loop handle and a charming hand-painted floral motif on the front panel.
Its unusual shape and characterful detailing make it an attractive piece for display, while its size and sturdiness allow for practical use as a decorative storage container. A fine addition to a collection of tea caddies, toleware, or vintage kitchenware.
Details:
- Material: Metal, painted to resemble wood
- Decoration: Hand-painted floral motif
- Shape: Octagonal with domed lid and loop handle
- Dimensions: 17.5 cm wide × 13 cm deep × 20 cm high (including lid)
- Condition: Light surface wear and small marks consistent with age; overall in good vintage condition
Price: £60
A handsome decorative object that blends utility with vintage charm.