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19th Century Napoleon III Burl Wood Sewing Box

$3,096.46
£2,305.72
€2,600
CA$4,241.53
A$4,729.78
CHF 2,467.80
MX$58,036.19
NOK 31,411.14
SEK 29,761.37
DKK 19,792.86
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About the Item

Varnished, burl wood sewing box, decorated with Greek frieze and brass inlays. The box contains a mirror and sewing utensils made of bone and brass, as well as two small glass flasks. The tray of sewing tools can be removed to reveal the double bottom of the box, circa 1860 Dimensions: W 10.4 in, D 7.5in, H 4.9in. Dimensions: L 26.5 cm, P 19 cm, H 12.5 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Width: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Depth: 7.49 in (19 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some chips.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 23001stDibs: LU2065315993601

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