Pretty tea caddy, ca. 1830-40, of light colored tortoise shell sits on four bun feet. Small brass insert with letter "W" on top; escutcheon is also brass. Interior features two compartments one for green tea, one for black. The interior has remnants of foiling lining. Underside of hinged lid is covered in taupe color velvet. Measures approx. 6"H x 7-1/4"W. On display in the Pittsburgh PA gallery.
2,000/3,000 Sold $1,725.00
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