Tea caddy c. 1700
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This octagonal tortoiseshell tea caddy, created by renowned Dutch silversmith Eusebius Willem Voet around 1700, showcases intricate silver inlays depicting fantastical creatures and classical architectural motifs. This piece exemplifies the popular 17th and 18th-century European trend of using tortoiseshell as a decorative material, often combined with metalwork for a luxurious effect. The delicate silver inlays against the rich brown background create a captivating interplay of light and shadow, highlighting Voet's mastery of this unique craft.
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Even though more and more people began drinking tea at the end of the century, it was still considered a luxury. Hence, the exotic and costly tortoiseshell – against which the silver stands out handsomely – used for this caddy was a fitting choice. The silver inlay decoration is freely conceived and refers only distantly to Asia. Eusebius Voet, or his brother Hendrik, was probably responsible for this design.
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