Lot 1270 , A George III Sheraton period marquetry inlaid sycamore tea caddy 20.5cm wide, 11.5cm deep, 13cm high

A George III Sheraton period marquetry inlaid sycamore tea caddy of octagonal form with foliate swag decoration and central cameo panel of classical figures, 20.5cm wide, 11.5cm deep, 13cm high
£200-300

Condition:
Overall of a rich slightly dark patination, with some minor dents, scratches and knocks throughout, back of the lid has been broken at some point and then re-attached, a section of the marquetry is retained inside but other smaller sections are missing, partial damage to the escutcheon, lock looks original but no key present, internally divided into two with remnants of old foil.

Sold for £320