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A rare George III quality tortoiseshell fitted sewing box,…
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Auckland
Date:
14-Mar-2017
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Description:
A rare George III quality tortoiseshell fitted sewing box, rectangular form, the mildly domed panelled lid with ivory detail, enclosing the original fitted interior including ivory, steel, cut glass and other sewing fittings, the silk lined lid with a printed scene of a courting couple, raised on gilt ball and grapevine feet. 21 cm x 14 cm x 10.5 cm
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Category:
Precious Objects: Boxes, Jewellery & Trinket (not wooden)