#213

French Silver Sewing Necessaire in Wooden Harp-Shaped Case
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$3,200
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Description
7" (18 cm.) A wooden case designed in the shape of a harp has an inlay design in lighter wood and mother-of-pearl of harp strings,and hinges open to red-velvet lined interior with fitted recesses for the original sewing tools within comprising scissors,needle case,thimble and stiletto,and mother-of-pearl bodkin. Excellent condition. French,early 1800s.