Lot Essay
Comparative Literature: The Antique Dealer and Collector's Guide Vol. 21, Number 9, April 1967 Page 45. A similar tea caddy from the collection of Gerrard and Co. illustrated.
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LATE 18TH CENTURY
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A CANTONESE MOTHER-OF-PEARL VENEERED TEA CADDY
LATE 18TH CENTURY
Of rectangular outline with brass loop handles, the interior lacking divisions, later lined with red velvet
5¼in. (13.4cm.) high, 9¾in. (24.6cm.) wide, 5 3/8in. (13.7cm.) deep
LATE 18TH CENTURY
Of rectangular outline with brass loop handles, the interior lacking divisions, later lined with red velvet
5¼in. (13.4cm.) high, 9¾in. (24.6cm.) wide, 5 3/8in. (13.7cm.) deep
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