english-regency-tortoise-shell-tea-caddy
Lot 240
English Regency Tortoise Shell Tea Caddy
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Early 19th century, likely English, sarcophagus form, with silver inlaid escutcheon and linear borders, rectangular silver cartouche mount to center lid panel (without monogram), opens to an ivory veneer upper rim, divided interior and twin lidded compartments with remnants of tin lining, raised on brass ball feet, retains partial retailer label to underside.

5 x 6 1/8 x 3 7/8 in.

From the Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Julius J. Chamberlain, Jr., Charlotte, North Carolina

Some minor hairlines to exterior lid and front base veneer panels; interior with expecting loss to tin lining; later left rear foot. Overall good estate condition.