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A Betjemann Sons Calamander Tea Caddy

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Decorative Arts Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
A Betjemann Sons Calamander Tea Caddy
<B>A Victorian Calamander and Wedgwood Tea Caddy</B></I><BR><BR>G. Betjemann & Sons, London, England<BR>Circa 1880<BR>Calamander, porcelain, brass<BR>Marks: <I>G. Betjemann & Sons, London</B></I><BR>8.5 in. high x 13.5 in. wide x 8 in. deep<BR><BR>The domed case with engraved brass mounts fitted with Wedgwood blue-and-white jasperware medallions depicting scenes from classical mythology, opening to a fitted silk lined interior with two domed tea boxes fitted with brass mounts indicating "black" and "green," with a cut glass tea bowl.<BR>1 <BR><BR><B>Condition Report:</B> Normal signs of wear as appropriate with age. Damage to some Wedgwood medallions (restored).