#155

French Wooden Needle Case with Oil-Painted Animal Scenes and Tortoise Lining
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$800
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4" (10 cm.) The cigar-shaped wooden case has Vernis Martin finish with oil-painted scenes of hunting dogs and game in country setting,against a sienna background,and having gold mounts which,when opened,reveal tortoise shell lining,designed for storage of needles or other small sewing tools. Excellent condition,fine luxury quality. French,circa 1780.