Lot Essay
Christie's, London South Kensington, 10th April 2002, lot 507
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CIRCA 1790
Details
A GEORGE III GREEN-STAINED TORTOISESHELL TEA CADDY
CIRCA 1790
Of octagonal form, inlaid with ivory stringing to the hinged cover and sides and an ivory escutcheon, the cover with a vacant metal plaque, interior with foil lining
4¼ in. (11 cm.) high; 6½ in. (17 cm.) wide
CIRCA 1790
Of octagonal form, inlaid with ivory stringing to the hinged cover and sides and an ivory escutcheon, the cover with a vacant metal plaque, interior with foil lining
4¼ in. (11 cm.) high; 6½ in. (17 cm.) wide
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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