Pewter Tea Caddy

Datec.1700

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: pewter; metal; coconut?

DimensionsOverall: 17 x 13.8 cm Base

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of Brian McElney

Object number2006.011.002 a,b

DescriptionLidded caddy has a rounded body with an ornate wooden lower section, carved with decorative medallions, dragon, flowers and trees. Top part of body is plain pewter with a depression in centre and a cylindrical neck with a metal and pewter lid. Lid is cylindrical with a flat top and decorative rings. There is a flared pewter foot.

Status

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