Antique Georgian Tortoise Shell and Silverplate Inlaid Tea Caddy
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Antique Georgian Shell and Silverplate Inlaid Tea Caddy
English, circa 1820s, rectangular domed form with silverplate ball finial and comforming feet, shell veneer exterior and radial linear inlay, silverplate escutcheon and inlaid oval cartouche engraved with script monogram, opens to twin lidded compartments with likely original tin lining, unmarked.
7 1/4 x 7 x 4 1/4 in.
The Collection of Patricia Sharpe, Charlotte, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
English, circa 1820s, rectangular domed form with silverplate ball finial and comforming feet, shell veneer exterior and radial linear inlay, silverplate escutcheon and inlaid oval cartouche engraved with script monogram, opens to twin lidded compartments with likely original tin lining, unmarked.
7 1/4 x 7 x 4 1/4 in.
The Collection of Patricia Sharpe, Charlotte, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition
Without key; separation to one hinge, lid does not sit flush to base; some small areas of loss to tortoiseshell and ivory; some lifting to veneer on darker cover (possibly later), small area of patch and loss to other lid; areas of bleed to silver finial and feet.
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Antique Georgian Tortoise Shell and Silverplate Inlaid Tea Caddy
Estimate $50 - $25,000
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