Boxes / Caddys >> TORTOISESHELL TEA CADDY
An Early 19th Century Octagonal Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy, the slightly domed lid centred by a circular silver roundel, from which spread 8 panels of veneer, between silver line stringing. The octagonal body likewise veneered between silver stringing. the lid opening to an interior with a compartment lid with a small ivory button knob, the lid and body facings lined with ivory.
Date c 1820
Height 3 3/4" Width 4 1/4" Depth 3"
Ref: 19614
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