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Lot 1383
An English Sarcophagus Form Rosewood Tea Caddy
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Circa 1840s, rosewood veneers with mahogany secondary, carved gadroon trim and inlaid escutcheon, opens to a tripartite divided interior, lid interior having inlaid parquetry within gilt filet, raised on bun feet, unmarked.

8 x 15 3/4 x 8 3/4 in.

From the Collection of the late Michael Joyce and Archie Carter III, Greensboro, North Carolina
Proceeds to Benefit Greensboro Urban Ministry

Some scattered light scratches; the base panel remounted with areas of residual glue visible. bottom right corner with loss to veneer.