Lot 74
  • 74

A Dutch silver tea caddy, Cornelis Knuystingh, Rotterdam, 1806

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description

  • 320gr., height 10.5cm.
of plain oval form with bright-cut hinged and engraved cover and reeded borders, engraved flowers around the keyhole, with key, inscribed at the base SIB 1807, fully marked below the base 

Condition

Clearly marked, overall in good condition. Small scratches of use. And one tiny dent at the reverse.
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