#224

Collection of Miniature Needlework Accessories
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$700
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$500 / $700
Description

3" (8 cm.) l. shell case. Included is mother-of-pearl shell with brass frame and hinge, opening to blue silk lining upon which is arranged miniature scissors, bone awl and thimble; blue velvet case which opens to tiny scissors, bone spool, bone needle holder, and gold ring; tiny 1 1/2" leather bound domed trunk containing bone with blue velvet tip; and red leather covered case with fitted silk interior containing scissors, and tiny bone thimble and awl. Excellent condition. French, circa 1880. Click on the photo to expand.