Lot Essay
For a similar example see Noel Riley, Stone's Pocket Guide to Tea Caddies, p. 43
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CIRCA 1780
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A NEAR PAIR OF GEORGE III IVORY AND TORTOISESHELL TEA CADDIES
CIRCA 1780
Each of decagonal form, with tortoiseshell stringing and both inset with blue jasperware medallions to the front, surrounded by cut-steel and mother-of-pearl bead decoration
4 in. (10 cm.) high (overall) (2)
CIRCA 1780
Each of decagonal form, with tortoiseshell stringing and both inset with blue jasperware medallions to the front, surrounded by cut-steel and mother-of-pearl bead decoration
4 in. (10 cm.) high (overall) (2)
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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