TWO IRISH WILLIAM IV SILVER 'CHINOISERIE' TEA CADDIES, RICHARD SAWYER JNR, DUBLIN 1834

each upright rectangular, finely cast and chased on front and reverse panels with Chinese figure harvesting tea with large lion mask head above within scroll cartouches, the sides with small pagodas within scroll and leaf cartouches, the corners chased with trelliswork, the sliding cover applied with flower finial

Purchased Sotheby's London, 31 October, 1988

very tiny fritting to neck; neck slightly thicker to one side; wear to base consistent with use
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

These caddies are after the original design produced by Paul de Lamerie in the mid 1740's.