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Lot 137

A REGENCY MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID COROMANDEL SARCOPHAGUS-SHAPED TEA CADDY

with twin drop ring handles, a two section inlaid interior with glass mixing bowl, 22cm high x 35cm wide x 20cm deep

Condition Report: click here
Estimate: £50 - £100
Hammer price: £60
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.

In good overall condition, expected surface marks and scratches considering age. Partial loss of coromandel veneer to lid. Slight loss of mother of pearl veneer to front left floral inlay. Metal banding from inner roof of the hinged lid has come loose, but it still present. Slight discolouration to locking mechanism. Inner chasm of of tea chambers has lost its velvet lining and shows old signs of adhesive. Hinge of one tea chamber is slightly loose. 

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