Antique tea caddy,circa 1880,sarcophagus,upcycled,jewelry chest,antique jewellery box,decoupage, humming bird,roses,pink,antique box,music
This is an antique tea caddy circa 1880. In a sarcophagus shape upcycled into a jewellery box or for any trinkets.
I re purposed this as you will see from the pictures the veneer was not repairable by conventional means.
I sealed this box and then decorated it with antique music paper from the same era. I then decoupaged with roses and humming birds.
Painted in a dark turquoise colour and inside is lined with gorgeous vynil velour with a gorgeous pink raised velour.
The outside is finished in a gloss.
As you will see from the pictures the inside lip/edge is irregular I left it like this as I wanted to keep some of the antique rustic charm instead of sanding it down so it was perfectly level.
I have also added a new clasp at the front.
This caddy measures 27cm long, 15cm high and 13 cm in depth.please note the measurements are approximate due to the shape of the box.
Please feel free to ask me any questions and if you would like a custom one I have a couple in stock same shape and era!
Shipping from United Kingdom
Processing time
1-3 business days
Estimated shipping times
- Europe : 1 - 3 business days
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Payment Options
Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 21 days of delivery
I don't accept exchanges or cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
Conditions of return
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Privacy policy
I only use your name and address to dispatch your item.I will only use your email address for customer service I.e. to let you know your item has been dispatched. I do not store it in anyway other than for legal auditing purposes as a reference. Please see Etsy site for their separate privacy policy which may also apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
International Shipping
Please ask me for a quote for your location if your country is not already listed first or the order will be cancelled as shipping costs differ from place to place. Quickest most resonable courier is used.
SHIPPING TO USA AND CANADA IS the premium service priority international- times are dependant on location and weather etc fully trackable service! These are the quickest most reliable service. From 3 days to 10 days,if you would like a cheaper longer option please message me and I will of course obtain the cheapest I can for you!
Australia postage is 5 to 10 day service fully tracked.
Custom Orders
Please message me if you like a pattern or would like something similar or even something new!
I will work closely with you to create that something special and unique from design concept and every different stage after!
Brief overview of Custom orders.
1.Choose item (you tell me what kind of box you want and what for and I will send you pictures of the boxes or candles etc. for you to choose from)
2.Colour and design concept.
3.First initial laydown of design and colour(your wish meets my imagination)
4.Design changes colour changes etc.
5.All paint and design is done - final pictures and approval from customer
6. The item is completely sealed and finished! YAY!
Shipping with in the UK
Shipping with in the UK is by 48hr courier and fully trackable
I like one of your designs but it is the wrong colour can you change it?
All my items in my shop are completely finished and sealed, so no but YES I can do the same design on another box in your requested colour! Yippee!!!! (exceptions do apply to some items)
Are your products safe for children?
YES YES YES......all my products from beginning to end are non toxic, so if you or the child do decide to do something like kiss it or lick it no harm will come to them!!! (all my products comply with British Standard Safety) Perfectly safe!!!!
Can I reserve an item in your shop.?
Yes I offer 1 week of free reservation. I will then email you to check if you still require the reservation. If you don't then the reservation will be cancelled.
If reservation is needed for a longer period of time I will need a deposit, this is done through you purchasing a private lisintg,at a rate of £10 per week.(maximum reservation is 6 weeks with a deposit each week so max is £60 total (refundable if cancelled minus fees) No automatic payment method I check with you via email before end of each week and if you still require the reservation you purchase a private listing for each week.-All deposits are taken off the price of the item!! (if you require a longer payment plan please message me and we can come up with a monthly plan!)
Do you do trade ins??? UK ONLY
Yes if you have an old jewellery box (or something else?). you can send me it to be redecorated or it can be used as a discount on the purchase of a new one. Please just message me to discuss!!!!!!!!
Gift wrapping and packaging
All items are wrapped so they have the maximum amount of protection for transport(bubble wrap etc) boxes are presented with a ribbon bow and tag. No receipts are ever put in with any of the deliveries.
Packaging
All items are packaged for maximum protection for transport. I recycle all my packaging therefore I do not use my own branded boxes but I re-use old boxes along with other packaging. So I'm doing another wee bit for the planet!!!
General shipping questions?
As previously stated I do not charge extra or add extra payment to shipping costs. Delivery costs are straight from the courier as I do not add extra charges,I recycle and reuse all forms of packaging to keep the shipping costs down for customers.(costs a lot to use branded packaging)
Recycle Recycle Recycle!!!!!
All the packaging used is recycled as this fits in with my ethos of re using/restoring, repurposing and especially bubble wrap and plastics. I would ask that you also try to recycle as much of the packaging as possible to continue the repurposing ethos!
Antiques & Vintage items information
All my antiques and vintage items are restored/repaired as necessary to make them useable/functional again whilst maintaining and keeping the items character!! Items are then decorated to give them a new life!
Jewellery information
I have 2 sections one is handmade abstract fashion pendants which are hand painted and then glass or resin is used to seal them. The second section is semi precious stone/agate pendants set in sterling silver. All products used are non toxic and lead and nickel free.