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Lot 117
Two Antique English Inlaid Tea Caddies
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
19th century, the first of rectangular form (5.75 x 8 x 4.5 in.), with rosewood veneer inlaid on front and top with lightwood floral designs, ivory keyhole escutcheon, two lidded interior compartments topped with turned ivory finials, the whole on squat ball feet. A few light scratches, but overall decent surfaces. The second of domed casket form (4.75 x 8.75 x 4.25 in.), satinwood veneer with bands of lighter geometric mother of pearl inlay on lid and around keyhole, two lidded interior compartments with wood pulls, underside of lid lined with marbleized paper. Even wear, repair to lower front corner.

$200 - 400