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Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper
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
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
$2,607.50
Original: $7,450.00
-65%Georgian Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Cooper—
$7,450.00
$2,607.50
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 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
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
