Parquetry Tea Caddy

Description:

Parquetry Tea Caddy, early 19th century, ht. 4 3/4, wd. 4 3/4, dp. 3 1/2 in.
Estimate $200-300

minor loss to the edge inlay on the bottom right corner and the bottom left corner, the lid does not close fully because the locking mechanism is in the locked position and not attached to the top, there is loss to the foil interior, and minor flaking and green staining to the edge inlay.


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