#141

French Leather-Cased Necessaire with Toiletry Articles
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$1,600
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Description
3 1/2" (9 cm.) l. The firm-sided necessaire valise is covered with bronze-green tinted kidskin,forming a trapezoid lid which hinges open to reveal the well-fitted interior that contains a number of toiletry articles,such as brush,combs,powder puffs,shoe horn,blush,and cologne bottles. The exterior of the case is decorated with white pearl buttons,and the case closes by an intricate hidden pin. Excellent condition. French,circa 1865.