British, early 19th century, sarcophagus form with tortoiseshell veneers, ball feet, inlaid engraved silver plaque at lid top with heraldic crest and motto 'Alteri Sic Tibi', 7-1/2 x 12-1/4 x 6-1/8 in.

Provenance: Collection of Steve Stewart, Lake Lure, North Carolina

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surface dirt, some cracks and minor warping to veneers, some voids/losses to veneers along base panels, feet replaced