19th century Italian Sorrento Marquetry Tea Caddy Box .

A lovely inlaid Italian Sorrento 19th century tea caddy with multiple inlaid figures in scenes of fishing.  Figures on the top lid, sides and front.  Two carved tea caddy lids are revealed when the box is open.

Sorrento is famous for its wood work for generations. The marquetry and inlay art belong to the age old tradition in Sorrento. For generations these people work using special kinds of wood to create great art.

Measures:  7.5 inches long x 4.5 deep x 4.75 inches high

19th Century Italy (Sorrento)