An Edwardian rosewood and parquetry tea caddy, early 20th century
An Edwardian rosewood and parquetry tea caddy, early 20th century

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An Edwardian rosewood and parquetry tea caddy, early 20th century
Of sarcophagus form, the hinged cover with a geometric design of overlaid cubes, the chamfered edges with stained foliate decoration, the sides with further stylised foliate motifs, on four bun feet, the interior with twin tea boxes also with parquetry covers, and a moulded glass mixing bowl -- 12 x 6½ x 6in. (30.5 x 16.5 x 15.2cm.);and a carved wood coffer, in the Oriental taste, with maritime motifs to the cover and sides
See illustration above and on page 24 (2)

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