Rosewood sewing box with engine turned decoration, brass inlay and mother of pearl fittings, dating to the Georgian period circa 1830.
ABOUT
Rosewood sewing box of slight sarcophagus form, dating to the latter part of the Georgian period, circa 1830, during the reign of William IV. The box stands on four turned ribbed feet and rises to a convex lid.
The exterior is decorated with scrolling floral brass inlay to each side, framed by a border of engine turned decoration. A brass inlaid shield shaped escutcheon completes the exterior.
The interior is lined in dark purple velvet with a ruched white silk panel to the inside of the lid, behind which is additional storage for papers or sewing materials. The upper tray is fitted with carved mother of pearl sewing accoutrements and can be lifted out to access further storage beneath.
DETAILS
Stock Number:
501258TVCE
Dimensions:
Width: 30.5
Depth: 22
Height: 15.5
Place of origin:
England, UK
Date of manufacture:
Circa 1830
Seller:
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