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PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF DAME NELLIE MELBA GBE

A George III mahogany tea caddy, early 19th century

(2)

Estimate $500 – $700

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PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF DAME NELLIE MELBA GBE

of sarcophagus form, the domed lid with boxwood stringing and parquetry banding opening to reveal compartments for caddies and a crystal mixing bowl, with tapering parquetry banded sides, mounted with lion mask handles to either end, supported on gilt lion paw feet

(2)
20 cm wide, 31 cm high, 15 cm deep

  • Lot Sold $1,600 (Hammer Price)
  • $1,952 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
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