#4

Outstanding French Needlework Necessaire as Bird Nest
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$3,800
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Description
7" (18 cm.) Of intricately-woven gilt metal in the shape of a bird尽 next resting in a bower of twigs that are decorated with green-enamel metal leaves,the nest enclosing a fitted opaline glass egg with brass frame which hinges open to reveal gilt sewing tools in a fitted ensemble,comprising scissors,thimble,awl and needle case. Excellent condition. French,circa 1870.