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Premier Auction - Session I - February 3, 2023

Fri, Feb 3, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 531

Fine Pair of George III Fan Inlaid Tea Caddies

Estimate: $600 - $900

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

British, late 18th/19th century, each of rectangular form in spalted wood, with hinged lids, one with divided lidded two compartment interior, one with open interior, fan and barber pole inlay, brass handle and lock, 4-1/2 x 6-3/4 x 4-3/8 in.

Provenance: A Prominent Charleston Estate

Condition

surface dirt and accretion, scattered minor cracks and bumps throughout, some losses to interior linings, one with minor warping to lid, lacking keys

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