Lot 202
202
A WILLIAM IV MOTHER-OF-PEARL TEA-CADDY
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A WILLIAM IV MOTHER-OF-PEARL TEA-CADDY

Details
A WILLIAM IV MOTHER-OF-PEARL TEA-CADDY
Of rectangular form with a hinged top, on bun feet, the interior with ivory-banded borders and twin divisions with covers, minor cracks and losses to the mother-of-pearl inlay
37/8 in. (10 cm.) high; 51/8 in. (13 cm.) wide; 3¼ in. (8.5 cm.) deep
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.

Lot Essay

A similar mother-of-pearl tea-caddy was sold from the collection of Louise Hauss Millar (+), Christie's New York, 24 April 1999, lot 21. Another was sold anonymously, in these Rooms, 6 February 1997, lot 87 (£1,115)

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