#156

German Porcelain Sewing Necessaire with Gold Tools in the Shape of an Egg
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$6,000
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Description
3 1/2" (9 cm.) The porcelain egg with silver mounts has six painted scenes in the Watteau style depicting ladies at rest,and romantic couples in pastoral settings,against a gilt accented burgundy ground. The egg hinges open to a gold lined interior and a complete set of gold sewing tools and accessories,even including tiny spoon,and rests upon an original silver frame. Excellent condition. Germany,circa 1875.