A 19th century mother-of-pearl inlaid tortoiseshell tea caddy The shaped domed hinged top enclosing twin lidded compartments, inlaid to the front with mother-of-pearl and mixed metals with birds amongst scrolling foliage, standing on bun feet. 20 cm wide.
Lid loose, hinges present but top loose, damage around hinge areas to wood and ivory, one interior lid lacking handle, some insect damage/nibbles/chips to tortoiseshell, some inlay losses, general wear.
A 19th century mother-of-pearl inlaid tortoiseshell tea caddy The shaped domed hinged top enclosing twin lidded compartments, inlaid to the front with mother-of-pearl and mixed metals with birds amongst scrolling foliage, standing on bun feet. 20 cm wide.
Lid loose, hinges present but top loose, damage around hinge areas to wood and ivory, one interior lid lacking handle, some insect damage/nibbles/chips to tortoiseshell, some inlay losses, general wear.
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