The Nolte Collection - 25th September 2007

Lot 185

A George III ivory and tortoiseshell strung decagonal tea caddy

Estimate £4,000 - £5,000

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Description

A George III ivory and tortoiseshell strung decagonal tea caddy, the front with an octagonal jasper ware plaque depicting classical figures with silver husk drapes, stars, escutcheon and a bright cut bordered vacant plaque above, the hinged cover inlaid with mother of pearl dots to a silver loop handle, the plain interior lid with a loop handle, 13cm (5.25in) high and wide.