A Tortoiseshell Teabox

A Tortoiseshell Teabox

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A Tortoiseshell Teabox A Tortoiseshell Teabox

A Tortoiseshell Teabox

A fine quality mid 19th century blonde tortoiseshell domed casket. The panels of tortoiseshell are separated with white metal stringing and there is a silver plated plaque on the centre of the hinged cover. The lock and key are also in silver plate. The casket opens to reveal two compartments with tortoiseshell covers with ivory handles. Supported on copper bun feet.
Origin
England
Period
Around 1840
Material
Tortoiseshell, Silver, Copper
Reference
181-168
Sizes
15 x 18.5 x 11.7 cm

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Van Nie Antiquairs

Oenselsestraat 50
5301 EP Zaltbommel
The Netherlands

+31 653353290
http://www.vannieantiquairs.com

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