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Rare George III Red Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

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Rare George III Red Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

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Description

Rare George III Red Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

ca. 1800, with a hipped cover and Sheffield-plate fittings, the single-compartment interior with a matching lid over a foil-lined well.
h. 6-1/2", w. 4-1/2", d. 3-1/2"

Condition

In overall good condition with no notable losses. There are four faint hairline shrinkage cracks: two at the back end of both sides and two to the top and bottom of the front of the caddy.Front also has a small blister to the tortoiseshell. Inside the caddy, there are two shrinkage cracks to the top of the cover and a small nick to the rim. The top knop and hinges have been replaced, and the stringing on the sides is likely painted. The inside cover has a waxed finish, whereas the outside tortoiseshell is more matte in finish.

Dimensions

6.5 x 4.5 x 3.5 in

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Rare George III Red Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Name: Rare George III Red Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
SKU: 99432763
Price: 4200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,200 - $1,800

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Starting Price $1,000

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