Furniture & Works of Art - 17 Nov 2009
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An early 19th century burr yew tea chest
An early 19th century burr yew tea chest, of bellied sarcophagus form, with gilt brass mounts and ivory escutcheon, the interior with a pair of hinged lidded canisters, flanking a central bowl recess, 7.25in (18.5cm) h, 12.5in (31.5cm) w, 6.25in (16cm) d.