Exhibition quality Tea Caddy by Ralph Turnbull, Kingston, Jamaica, 1788-1865
Born in Scotland he was famous for his bold marquetry designs and beauty of local timber
The exterior and interior design, especially under the lid, indicates it was made for the ‘Great Exhibition’ at Crystal Palace
It’s a one off impressive show of the true craftsman’s art
Born in Scotland he was famous for his bold marquetry designs and beauty of local timber
The exterior and interior design, especially under the lid, indicates it was made for the ‘Great Exhibition’ at Crystal Palace
It’s a one off impressive show of the true craftsman’s art
Height: 24 cm
Width: 51 cm
Depth: 33 cm