#84

Superb French Tortoise Shell Sewing Necessaire with Silver Fittings
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$750
sold
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Description
4"(10 cm.) The barrel-shaped necessaire has alternating bands of tortoise shell and mother-of- pearl,framed by narrow gilt bands and spiral rope gilt garlands,having cast bronze petal-shaped feet and bail handle. The necessaire opens to mauve-silk lined interior fitted with repousse silver plated scissors,needle case,awl,pick,and thimble. Excellent condition. French,circa 1865.