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A George II Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddy Set, William Tuite, London, 1758

Auction Closed

October 16, 06:35 PM GMT

Estimate

6,000 - 9,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

chased with Chinese figures, two smaller with engraved crests on each side, marked on bases and covers, in silver-mounted tortoiseshell case


30 oz 15 dwt

958 g

Height of tallest caddy 6 1/2 in., Length of case 10 3/8 in.

16.5 cm 26.4 cm

The Barratt Collection from Crowe Hall, Bath, sold

Christie's London, 16 December 2010, lot 259

The crest is possibly that of Sennicots.