Regency Mother of Pearl Inlaid Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy 1^st quarter of the 19^th century, of sarcophagus form with hinged cover opening to disclose two lidded compartments. The top and front elaborately inlaid with flowering vinery silver, metal key hole escutcheon and ball feet.

Height 5 ¾ in. Width 7 ⅝ in. Depth 4 ¾ in.

Provenance: Collection of Gail and Richard Mellin