Georgian Burlwood and Marquetry Double-Compartment Tea Box, in the manner of Thomas Sheraton, first quarter 19th century, the interior covers also of burlwood and having turned bone grips, the compartments retaining their period paktong linings, the facade with a bold inlaid seashell, retains the diminutive period steel key, the bail handle of coin silver, l. 10-1/2", w. 5-1/2".