Furniture & Works of Art - 5th July 2011

Lot 281

A Victorian papier-mache tea caddy by Jennens & Bettridge

Estimate £600 - £800

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Description

A Victorian papier-mache tea caddy by Jennens & Bettridge, of bombe sarcophagus shape, inlaid bands of mother of pearl and with gilt highlights, the divided interior with twin lids, the base impressed 'JENNENS & BETTRIDGE', and numbered '384', 6in (15cm) h, 9.75in (24.6cm) w, 6.75in (16.8cm) d. Chips to corners of feet.