Bidspirit auction | A Rosewood Regency Style Sarcophagus

A Rosewood Regency Style Sarcophagus Tea Caddy - A Regency style Rosewood tea caddy of sarcophagus form, constructed with highly figured veneer and featuring a stepped, plateaued lid. The box is raised on four compressed bun feet and displays a diamond-shaped boxwood escutcheon to the front. The sides are fitted with brass lion-mask drop handles. The interior contains a central circular aperture lined with red paper, flanked by two removable rectangular lidded compartments for tea storage. The interior lids are fitted with brass strips. The dark grain patterns of the rosewood are prominent across all exterior surfaces. A brass lock mechanism is present, though the key is absent. Height: 8 inches Length: 12 inches.