A tulipwood, burr walnut and sycamore marquetry tea caddy
Elements late 18th century
Later adapted as a stationery box, the sides decorated with medallions depicting various maidens, carnations and rose flowers, some petals inlaid with ivory, the interior fitted with various compartments
5½ x 9½ x 5in. (14 x 24 x 12.7cm.)
And a Regency penwork sycamore work box, of octagonal form, with paper lined divided interior -- 8in. (20cm.) wide (2)
A tulipwood, burr walnut and sycamore marquetry tea caddy
Elements late 18th century
Later adapted as a stationery box, the sides decorated with medallions depicting various maidens, carnations and rose flowers, some petals inlaid with ivory, the interior fitted with various compartments
5½ x 9½ x 5in. (14 x 24 x 12.7cm.)
And a Regency penwork sycamore work box, of octagonal form, with paper lined divided interior -- 8in. (20cm.) wide (2)