Silver, Ceramic, Glass

June 10, 2009

LOT 190

Lot 190

Silver Inlaid Tortoiseshell Veneer Tea Caddy, early 19th century

Silver Inlaid Tortoiseshell Veneer Tea Caddy, early 19th century
Lot 190 Details
Silver Inlaid Tortoiseshell Veneer Tea Caddy, early 19th century

6.2" x 7.3" x 4.3" — 15.8 x 18.5 x 11 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $2,160
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor lifting to silver wire at one corner; otherwise in good restored condition; has both compartment covers

LOT 190
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.