Lot 197
A 19th century tea caddy of rounded oblong form, the hinged cover with central brass cartouche...
Tuesday 11 December 2012 | 10:00 | Lots: 628
Lot 197
Tortoishell tea caddy box
Lot 197
Lot Description
A 19th century tea caddy of rounded oblong form, the hinged cover with central brass cartouche having cursive ownership initials WJMRR, enclosing a single compartment with tortoiseshell cover, 4" x 3" x 3.5" high (10cm x 7.5cm x 9cm)
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Cover- three of four corners have losses. Ivory edging to underside of cover and to top of body both defective (including loss where lid should have a hole for release catch. Cracks over both hinges. Internal lid has a later catch. Body has losses to corners and back edge. Underside has no plinth/feet so bottom edge susceptible to damage.
Please note:
Due to the size and vulnerability of the items in our Antiques & Fine Art auctions we are unable to post out these items "in house". We do, however recommend a selection of packaging and shipping companies.
For national and international deliveries, we suggest:
IJK Couriers
07917 500522
Email: info@ijkcouriers.co.uk
www.ijkcouriers.co.uk
Alban Shipping
01582 493 099
Email: info@albanshipping.co.uk
www.albanshipping.co.uk
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