Furniture and Works of Art - 10th March 2009

Lot 352

An early Victorian tortoiseshell and engraved mother of pearl panelled tea caddy

Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £460

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Description

An early Victorian tortoiseshell and engraved mother of pearl panelled tea caddy, with abalone inlay and the top with an applied vacant shield, to a breakfront, the twin lidded interior with remains of foil lining on turned vegetable ivory bun feet, 5in (12.5cm) h, 8in (20.3cm) w, 4.5in (11.5cm) d. Hinges loose, some mother of pearl segments missing, minor chips, lids warped, one handle missing.