Penwork Tea Caddy

Description:

Penwork Tea Caddy, England, 19th century, each side of the case with finely rendered drawings of ruined abbeys, the lid with a Chinese pagoda scene, opening to two covered compartments, ht. 5 1/2, wd. 7 3/8, dp. 4 1/2 in.
Estimate $300-500

minor warp to lid, abrasions and minor losses throughout, shrinkage to bottom board.


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