George III Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy William IV Chest Width: 8

Width:                    8

The etagere stands evenly and is very stable

The colour and patina of this antique chest are superb

An imposing 18th Century Thai bronze of Buddha seated on the curled tail of the serpent king

These imperfections are not easily visible and do not detract from this beautiful and unusual object

George III Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy William IV Chest Width: 8A very high quality tortoiseshell veneered tea caddy dating from the reign of George III. The top of this exquisite 18th Century tea caddy is surrounded by walnut banding and ebony stringing. The tea caddy has a silver drop handle and ivory escutcheon with key and working lock. The lid, with original hinges, lifts to reveal two removable canisters. There has been some early restoration to the caddy, this has been very well done and is not easily