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Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy With Sunburst Design

$6,950
£5,274.38
€6,077.21
CA$9,819.24
A$10,521.16
CHF 5,643.86
MX$124,624.62
NOK 71,194.21
SEK 65,131.69
DKK 45,397.50

About the Item

Circa 1870, English tortoiseshell tea caddy with sunburst design. It is absolutely the finest one I’ve ever owned! No cracks no restoration absolutely mint.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1870s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent condition with wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6652235630182

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