REGENCY TORTOISESHELL TEA CADDY,Early 19th century. Shaped rectangular, with serpentine front; the hinged lid opening to reveal two tea compartments and covers with mother-of-pearl floral finials, with traces of original silvered lining, and ivory borders; the whole raised on four bun feet - 4 1/2 in. x 8 in. x 4 3/4 in. Estimate $1,000-2,000
PROVENANCE: Collection of Victor Shargai, Washington, DC
