Lot 11

Regency Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

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early 19th century, sarcophagus form with serpentine front, hinged lid opening to divided lidded interior, on bun feet, brass escutcheon and monogram plate, wirework inlay, interior rim with ivory veneers, 5-3/4 x 8 x 4-3/4 in.

Provenance: Collection of JoAnn and Whit Whitley, North Carolina

Note: This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.

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Collection of JoAnn and Whit Whitley, North Carolina

surface dirt, scattered cracks and small losses to veneers with some areas of retouch, a few minor areas of lifting to veneers, interior lining with heavy losses, some staining to interior fabric lining