George II Period Yew Wood and Cocuswood Tea Caddy

George II Period Yew Wood and Cocuswood Tea CaddyAn extremely rare early 18th century George II period burr yew and cocuswood tea caddy with a secret drawer. English, circa 174050. Why we like it It is hard to overstate how rarely George IIperiod tea caddies in exquisite veneers complete with original escutcheon and handle become available. We particularly like the mellowed and delightfully playful contrast of the cocuswood and burl yew wood veneers. A rare and unusual feature of this extraordinary

30 November 2000

An elegant late George III – early Regency period circular library drum table

Whether it finds its place in a contemporary or traditional dining room

circa 1850–1900

The the well-figured solid mahogany rectangular top with rounded corners

The mention of 'Parisian Furniture' is particularly interesting as the design of the firm's earlier furniture

Other Brookshaw furniture with related decoration includes a commode that may have been supplied for the Albermarle Street house of John

superb patination

but with drop-in seats

flanked by three smaller drawers to either side

This super chic table

married the daughter of the latter