{"product_id":"britannia-metal-tea-caddy","title":"Victorian Britannia Metal Tea Caddy, Bombe Form","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eVictorian Britannia Metal Tea Caddy, Bombe Form, English, Circa 1840\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Type | Tea caddy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Material | Britannia metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Maker | Marked \"Wood,\" pattern number P2354; maker unverified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Origin | England, likely Sheffield or Birmingham\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Age | Circa 1840, early Victorian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Style | Rococo Revival with chinoiserie engraving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Size | 4.5 in H x 4.5 in W x 2.5 in D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Feet | Four paw feet on arched apron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Hinge | Original multi-reed fitted hinge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Interior | Plain polished metal, no liner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[d]Lock | None\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e[condition]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe caddy is in good antique condition overall. The Britannia metal body is structurally sound with no dents, splits at the seams, or damage to the feet or apron. The engraving and engine-turning are crisp and intact across all surfaces. The exterior shows age-appropriate oxidation and surface wear consistent with 180 years of use. The interior shows heavier tarnishing and patina, expected given the absence of a liner. The hinge is original and functions correctly. No liner is present.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51432822898966,"sku":"AMD-03147","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/June_Enland_2026-2994.jpg?v=1781630646","url":"https:\/\/austynmariedesign.com\/products\/britannia-metal-tea-caddy","provider":"Austyn Marie Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}