England
circa 1795
This George III papers-scrolled tea caddy is "Navette" shaped. The caddy lid retains its original silvered plate etched handles. The coloured scrolled paper on the back-ground of crushed mica is made with opposing woods - mahogany and harewood - and highlights the shape. The caddy retains a good colour.
Height 11.70cm (4.61 inches)
Width 16.50cm (6.5 inches)
Depth 9.50cm (3.74 inches)
Stock No: F795
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