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Large Fine English Regency Rosewood Mop Inlaid Tea Caddy

Price realized
$338
Pre-sale estimate
$300 – $500
Hammer price
$275
Category
Boxes
Sold
November 1, 2026
Sale
DAY 3- OCTOBER 2026 | EUROPEAN INTERIORS & ESTATE COLLECTIONS

Lot description

Very fine English Regency-period rosewood tea caddy, mid-19th c., sarcophagus-form case with gadrooned molding, inlays of mother-of-pearl in trailing foliate patterns, interior with two removable tea canisters, flanking central mixing well with purple liner, fancy drop ring side handles, raised on carved flared feet, a few small minute losses to inlay, approx 9"h, 13.5"w, 7.5"d, 5.25lbs

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.