501. Fine Tortoiseshell and Ivory Single Tea Caddy mid 19thCt


A Very Stylish Mid 19th Century Nicely Figured Blond Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy with Ivory edges of small proportions.

The slightly domed hinged lid above a scallop profile front and rear, both sides of concave profile. The lid opening to a tea compartment with a single cover, fitted with a small knob ivory handle. The front edge with an oval escutcheon, standing on four small Tagua Nut (vegetable ivory) bun feet.

Condition: Nice clean firm condition.

Width: 5” (12.75cm). Height: 3.75” (9.5cm). Depth: 3.5” (9cm).

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