#85

French Luxury Kidskin Sewing Necessaire with Gold-Plated Tools
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$600
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5"(13 cm.) The firm-sided oval necessaire is covered with tan kidskin alternating with bands of woven floral-designed silk ribbon and edged with brass metal bands,having brass link carrying handles,and four brass-plated feet. The necessaire folds open at the center lid,and at each side to reveal well-fitted interiors with gold-plated awl,needle case and various needles,a silver scissors and thimble,velvet pincushion,and little coin purse. Of superb luxury construction. French,circa 1875. Excellent condition.