A Dutch tortoise-shell tea-caddy
The Netherlands, mid 19th Century
Rectangular, on four compressed ivory ball feet, shaped lock with fitting key, the domed shaped hinged cover with floral mother-of-pearl inlay, inside two compartments with detachable covers surmounted by ivory baluster handles
14cm. (5in.) long
A Dutch tortoise-shell tea-caddy
The Netherlands, mid 19th Century
Rectangular, on four compressed ivory ball feet, shaped lock with fitting key, the domed shaped hinged cover with floral mother-of-pearl inlay, inside two compartments with detachable covers surmounted by ivory baluster handles
14cm. (5in.) long
