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Tea Caddy, 1741-1742 (silver gilt)
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Tea Caddy, 1741-1742 (silver gilt)
491267 Tea Caddy, 1741-1742 (silver gilt)
by Lamerie, Paul de (1688-1751); h:13.40 w:9.55 d:5.80 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Lamerie was one of the first English silversmiths to employ the rococo style, a French invention of around 1730.
); The Thomas S. Grasselli Memorial Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23253636
© The Thomas S. Grasselli Memorial Collection / Bridgeman Images
Caddy Gilded Gilt Silver Silverware Tableware Tea Set
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This print showcases a magnificent Tea Caddy from 1741-1742, crafted by the renowned silversmith Paul de Lamerie. The caddy, measuring approximately 13.40 cm in height, 9.55 cm in width, and 5.80 cm in depth, is housed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. Lamerie's exceptional craftsmanship is evident in this piece as he skillfully employed the rococo style—a French innovation that emerged around 1730—making him one of the first English silversmiths to do so. The ornate decoration and gilded silverware exude opulence and elegance. The Tea Caddy's lid adds an extra touch of sophistication to its design, making it a true masterpiece of tableware from the eighteenth century. Its intricate details transport us back to a time when tea drinking was considered an art form and social ritual. This exquisite artifact belongs to The Thomas S. Grasselli Memorial Collection at the museum and represents British craftsmanship at its finest during this period. Its historical significance lies not only in its beauty but also as a testament to Lamerie's contribution to silverwork. As we admire this stunning photograph captured by Bridgeman Images for Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of the enduring allure of antique objects like this Tea Caddy—an embodiment of luxury and refinement from a bygone era.
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