Furniture & Works of Art - 5th July 2011

Lot 299

A 19th century satinwood and polychrome decorated sarcophagus tea chest

Estimate £1,500 - £2,000

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Description

A 19th century satinwood and polychrome decorated sarcophagus tea chest, painted ribbon tied garlands and wreaths, the hinged cover to a central footed glass bowl flanked by a pair of lidded canisters, the brass lock stamped 'TC GILTSPUR ST,' the sides with oval brass plate handles, raised on gilt brass hairy paw feet, 10.5in (27cm) h, 14.5in (37cm) w, 7.5in (19cm) d.