A Regency tortoiseshell tea caddy early 19th century

with pressed starburst front, ivory edges and knops, the hinged lid enclosing a divisioned interior with two lids and ivory knops, the whole raised on white-metal claw and ball feet, Ivory Declaration Submission Reference: VD3KWBH6 Ivory - Important Information: This lot contains ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding. This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018. 17cm wide, 10.5cm deep, 18cm high, Important Note:, This lot may contain materials that are subject to both export and import permits. Buyers must be aware of their destination country’s import policies prior to purchase, particularly where these relate to the trade in endangered species listed in Appendices under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). Please note, that we do not identify or verify the taxonomic identification (such as genus, family, or subspecies) of any plant or animal, it is a buyer’s responsibility to undertake any biological testing of purchases. Buyers are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country. Condition Report, Condition Report, Overall the caddy is in excellent condition and structurally sound. Remnants of old foil lining to the interior. Small areas of repair and restoration to the tortoiseshell throughout, which has been symphathetically done. Some small splits to the ivory banding. Light wear commensurate with age. Please see additional images for reference. Request A Condition Report, Request A Condition Report

Estimate:£800

View all items fromSwordersorSilver & Gold