The silver guardian of time - a tea caddy with history
A gentle click, a hint of patina that carries the centuries within it - as soon as you lift the lid of this precious tea caddy, time seems to stand still. Made in 1895 by the famous Atkin Brothers in Sheffield, this oval treasure in 925 sterling silver tells of an era when tea was far more than just a drink: it was a ritual, an attitude to life, a moment of elegance.
The body is a work of art in its own right. Fine flower tendrils, rocailles and playful cartouches have been embossed into the silver using the skilful repousse technique - as if an English rose garden were unfolding in delicate relief. An echo of past tea times, when soft voices mingled over fine porcelain and the scent of freshly brewed Earl Grey drifted through parlours with crackling open fires.
The lid? It's not just a protective cap, but a clever measure for the tea - a subtle invitation to take the time to savour it with care. Perhaps for an extended book reading session on a rainy afternoon while the wind rustles through the trees outside.
Today, the silver guardian presents herself in excellent condition, ready to write a new chapter in her story. It awaits gentle hands to lift its lid, fine tea leaves to fill its shimmering interior and a tea lover to appreciate its soft whispers from another time.
Tea time has never been so stylish.
Dimensions & details
- Sterling silver 925/-
- Weight 60 g
- Circumference 6 x 4.4 cm
- Height 8 cm
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