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AEOLOGY at RELIC ANTIQUES

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A magnificent and rare example of a giant sized tolework Victorian Tea Canister. Dating from the late 19th century, the hexagonal vase shaped 'tolework' tin was specially created by a firm of 'Japanners' for a 'family' grocer's shop for dispensing tea to its customers.


Gilded and decorated with an imaginary scene showing a Chinese mandarin and his family having afternoon tea.


The canister is lead weighted at its base for stability. and the hexagonal lid a replacement from a later period.


Standing 40 inches tall x 16 diameter. In good basic condition with minor wear and imperfections from long usage.


Made by skilled tinplate artists in England circa 1860-1890.

  • Period: 1860-1890
    • Price: £2,500.00
    • €2,924 Euro
    • $3,125 US Dollar
  • Location: London
    • Dimensions: H: 40cm (15.75in)
    • W: 16cm (6.30in)
    • D: 16cm (6.30in)