$720
Tortoiseshell Veneer Tea Caddy, England, early 19th century, domed hinged lid on oblong box with brass stringing, and oval brass plaque centering the top, with an rosewood inlay diamond-shaped escutcheon, opening to an interior with two foil-lined compartments with tortoiseshell veneer covers, supported on brass ball feet, (minor repair), ht. 5 1/8, wd. 6 1/2, dp. 3 3/4 in.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2013-11-14