This fine European Continental octagonal shaped Biedermeier teacaddy has been in my collection for at least 35 years.  I believe it was made in Austria or Germany.  It is veneered in what I believe is burl ash or possibly faded burl mulberry.  It has a lovely octagonal shape and the lid is segmented like a pie with contrasting veneers.  The base is inlaid along the bottom with a black tropical hardwood.  The interior was probably originally lined with paper but now is unlined.  It is 5 1/5" tall and is 5 3/4" in diameter.  It is in good restored condition with a bit of veneer infill in the top but otherwise structurally sound with no loose veneer or joints. Due to shrinkage, the top a tiny bit off center from the base but I think this is very inobtrusive.  I think the box dates to c. 1825.