Furniture & Works of Art - 21 Sep 2010
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A George III mahogany and brass inlaid tea chest, of rectangular form with stringing and crossbanding, the cavetto moulded edge hinged cover inlaid florets and with a swan neck handle, revealing three green painted tole canisters, the hinged covers embossed circular designs, with brass handles, having a lidded compartment and a six spoon holder behind, the stepped base moulding raided on tapering block feet, 6.5in (16.5cm) h, 10.25in (26.6cm) w.