Lot 131 , A Tunbridge Ware rosewood Penshurst Place mosaic tea caddy, attributed to Henry Hollamby, 9.5in.
A Tunbridge Ware rosewood 'Penshurst Place' mosaic tea caddy, attributed to Henry Hollamby, 9.5in.
Estimate £180-220
Looks like a possible repair by the hinges along the back, if it has been repaired then its been done extremely well and is not that noticeable, has been polished at some point, small repair by front left foot and right front foot, again done very well, a few minor scratches and marks, generally reasonable.
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Sold for £380