Group shot: 1985.198a-b, 1985.199a-b, 1985.200a-b

Tea Caddy

Samuel Taylor (free 1744)

1754–55

Object PlaceLondon, England

Medium/TechniqueSilver

DimensionsH. 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.); D. 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.); Weight: 243.8 gm (7 oz 17 dwt)

Credit LineGift of the heirs of Miss Janet Ritchie

Accession number1985.200a-b

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ClassificationsSilver

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InscriptionsEngraved in the cartouche on each canister, SEProvenanceAccording to tradition, given by William Shirley (1694-1771) to an ancestor of Andrew Montgomery Ritchie, by descent to Miss Janet Ritchie, Gift of the heirs of Miss Janet Ritchie to the MFA. (Accession Date: April 24, 1985)