Lot 88 , A Tunbridge ware box, a pair monopodia bronze candlesticks and a sun dial box length 23.4cm
A Tunbridge ware box, a pair monopodia bronze candlesticks and a sun dial box length 23.4cm
Estimate £80-120
The box is generally rather tired with several losses, scuffs, scratches, etc. and it has a slight 'smile' where the lid does not fully close. The panel on the lid is coming away at the bottom right hand corner and one of the linings to the underside is detached but inside. Back right hand join has split, there is no key present and the inner locking mechanism coming away.
The sun dial is also a bit worn with light surface scratches, candlesticks also has light surface scratches.
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Sold for £85