Three late 19th century Indian tortoiseshell and hardwood tea caddies (3)

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Three late 19th century Indian tortoiseshell and hardwood tea caddies Each in the form of a tortoise with polished natural shells, two fitted with wooden heads and legs, the hinged shells of each opening to reveal an inlaid interior fitted with a lid, with keys, With legs, 23cm long, 13.5cm/16cm wide, 12.5cm high; the other 21cm long, 15cm wide, 13.5cm high (3) This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y Y Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the UK, see clause 13. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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Three late 19th century Indian tortoiseshell and hardwood tea caddies (3)

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Apr 14, 2026, 8:09 AM EDT

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Apr 01, 2026 7:00 AM EDT

London, UNITED KINGDOM, United Kingdom

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