#166

Decorative Box of Embroidered Textiles, with Antique Fabrics
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$200
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Description
12" (30 cm.) The firm-sided box is covered with tapestry fabric, the lid enhanced with applique, and the interior silk lined. Contained within the box is a quantity of antique fabrics and laces, one piece with ink inscribed note "A piece of the wedding dress of Elizabeth, daughter of John Cotton who married Lord Haskell Aug 14th 1790." Generally excellent.