10 June 2025 | 09:00 | Lots: 768
Tortoiseshell sarcophagus tea caddy
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Lot 473
Full Lot Description
An early 19th century tortoiseshell tea caddy of sarcophagus form with silver coloured metal stringing, the pagoda shaped hinged lid opening to a two division interior, 19cm x 15cm x 11.5cm, damages
Ivory exemption reference: YQ1N6T24
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Not Postable
Weight: 680
Total lot weight: 680
Condition Report
- Visible small losses to the veneer
- Some lifting and rippling the veneer
- The lid looks a little off and doesn't sit particularly well
- Some losses to the string inlay
- Metal bun feet, possibly replacements
- Red velvet lining to the lid, possibly a replacement
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