Faux Tortoiseshell Double Tea Caddy

Description:

Faux Tortoiseshell Double Tea Caddy, England or America, early 19th century, casket-shaped box with cove molded hinged lid opening to two lidded compartments with turned bone knobs, vestiges of lead foil to interior, the sides mounted with ring handles with embossed brass basket of fruit backplates, embossed brass acanthus leaf escutcheon, brass ball feet, (repair, minor wear),ht. 5 1/2, wd. 8 1/4, dp. 4 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

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