Lot 216
An early 19th century blond tortoiseshell tea caddy. The pewter-strung hinged spreading...
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Lot 216
An early 19th century blond tortoiseshell tea caddy. The pewter-strung hinged spreading...
Lot 216
Lot Description
An early 19th century blond tortoiseshell tea caddy. The pewter-strung hinged spreading rectangular cover, centred by a vacant white metal cartouche, enclosing two lidded divisions, the front of unusual ogee form with flared upper section and cavetto-moulded lower, on flared apron and brass ball feet, 7.5" x 4.5" x 6" high, (19.5cm x 11.5cm x 15cm).
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Minor flaws to one corner of superstructure and two main corners of lid. Veneer loss base one hinge. Two corner losses to one internal cover. Otherwise general light wear commensurate wiith age and use.
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