CIRCA 1780 - 1830, CIRCA 1780 - 1830

A COLLECTION OF EIGHT GEORGE III AND LATER TEA CADDIES

Prospective purchasers are advised that several co… Read more

THE PROPERTY OF A PRIVATE EUROPEAN COLLECTOR

CIRCA 1780 - 1830

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CIRCA 1780 - 1830
Including a George III oval mahogany and marquetry caddy, a George IV yew wood sarcophagus caddy, a rosewood bombé caddy, a yew wood domed top caddy and others, some with ivory escutcheon mounts
first described 8 in. (20 cm.) wide

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.

Sale room notice

Please note these items contain elephant ivory. The US has recently changed its rules on the import of elephant ivory. Please see the back of the catalogue for more information.

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Lot Essay

For ivory lots:
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.

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