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A precious red Leather Reticule with tortoiseshell inlay - England Dated 1836

$2,754.80
£2,041.46
€2,300
CA$3,760.83
A$4,183.77
CHF 2,193.18
MX$51,124.61
NOK 27,927.45
SEK 26,289.83
DKK 17,512
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Dated 1836 England Rare inlaid tortoiseshell red "Maroquin" Reticule dating from the period of King William IV, before Queen Victoria's accession to the English throne in 1837. Inside is a moving and difficult-to-read ball book dated 1836. It is a miraculously preserved reticule with three gussets in scarlet red morocco, finely engraved with neo-Gothic friezes in the shape of scallops. In the centre on both sides a blond tortoiseshell plate finely inlaid with pewter fillets in the corners (slight oxidation). Miraculously preserved double straps, as well as a fastening loop on both sides (which works) in chased silver metal in the shape of a fiddle, suggesting a pineapple. The detachable inside pockets preciously concealed the dance card, the forerunner of the mobile phone! Note the natural patina of time, but only to a very limited extent, as the edges and corners have not been removed. No defects to report. Exceptional condition. Dimensions: Width 17 cm, height 15 cm, height of straps 18 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Length: 6.7 in (17 cm)Marked Size: Width 17 cm, height 15 cm, (EU)
  • Style:
    1836 (Of the Period)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1830-1839
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very Good Condition and Color for its age.
  • Seller Location:
    Toulon, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU633321089522

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