The Nolte Collection - 25th September 2007

Lot 180

A Regency tortoiseshell and ivory strung octagonal tea caddy

Estimate £2,000 - £3,000 | Hammer £2000

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Description

A Regency tortoiseshell and ivory strung octagonal tea caddy, the bow front with central rectangular silver plaque within a pressed radiating surround, the domed top with ivory ball finial and enclosing twin compartments, the inner tortoiseshell lids with ivory handles, 11.5 cm (4.5in) high, 14cm (5.5 in) high.