AMER WINTER 2018
The live portion of this session begins on Thursday, February 8, 2018.
ESA - FINE SIGNED FRUIT WOOD PEAR FORM TEA CADDY.19th century England. This nice example with yew stem and hinged top opening to a silvered liner. The conforming base with shield form ivory escutcheon. Original lock and hasp. The underside with the incised initials "GA" above an incised line. SIZE: 8" h x 4-1/2" d approx. PROVENANCE: Contents of a lifetime collection "Brook Crossing", South Pomfret, VT. CONDITION: Undisturbed surface, pleasing honey brown patina. Small repair to lid at hinge, otherwise good. 52806-50 HMG (1,000-1,500) ESA -