Copper Tea Caddy, England. Early 20th century. sold Smiths produced clocks

Smiths produced clocks

Designed by Hugo Grun for Prima of Denmark - this silver plated pair features the signature kidney bean shape with a single 10mm candle sconces near the larger end

Hook mounted

Robert Wells - later handing business to his two sons Robert and James who took over until 1825 - worked in Aldbourne

Copper Tea Caddy, England. Early 20th century. sold Smiths produced clocksAn unusual and exceptionally smart copper tea caddy; a stand out piece with regards to its minimal decoration and form, paired with precise fabrication. Every surface has been graced with a rich, warm patina that only decades of use can produce. Upon closer inspection, we can see the the surface has been so well handled and worn that only the ghost of original etchings can be found. On one side sits what appears to be a phoenix with spreading wings.