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Ref: 705TC  http://hygra.com/box/705TC 

Double caddy in the neoclassical style decorated in penwork circa 1800
The inspiration for this style of decoration would have been derived from illustrations, or possibly first- hand knowledge of paintings found on the walls of Pompeii and Herculaneum.  There are depictions of winged beasts flanking the mask of a satyr to the sides, and dolphins face each other on either side of an ancient vessel, their tails blossoming into swirling acanthus leaves at the back,  and winged beasts flanking the central motif in a symmetrical fashion to the front. Inside there are two lidded compartments for tea. These retain a little of their original leading.

Origin: UK ;  Circa: 1800 ; Materials: maple and pine.

Size: 20.5 cm wide by 12.7 cm by 13.5 cm:  8.1 inches wide by  5 inches by  5.3 inches.

Condition: good overall, a little rubbing; working lock and key; see images

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The front view shows two winged beasts flanking the central motif in a symmetrical fashion.

The motif in the centre is an inverted flower with a head on the top. A whimsical little note. The inspiration for this style of decoration would have been derived from illustrations, or possibly first- hand knowledge of paintings found on the walls of Pompeii and Herculaneum. 

The side showing two winged beasts flanking the mask of a satyr.

The back continues the neoclassical theme, this time interpreting fauna morphing into flora. 

Two dolphins face each other on either side of an ancient vessel, their tails blossoming into swirling acanthus leaves.

The other side repeats the theme of the first side.

 The top is framed by a diaper pattern suggestive of fish scales. The central turned knob sits in the middle of a symmetrical acanthus pattern, the ends of which suggest claws.

 The top is framed by a diaper pattern suggestive of fish scales. The central knob sits in the middle of a symmetrical acanthus pattern, the ends of which suggest claws.

Open. Lid lined with the original red paper.

Lid removed showing traces of the original leading on the pine structure.

Key. Lock and key work.

The lids are decorated in the corners with double acanthus leaves.