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Japanese Lyre Base Sewing Box on Stand with Mother-Of Pearl Inlays, c. 1880

$3,360
$4,20020% Off
£2,584.74
£3,230.9220% Off
€3,000.14
€3,750.1820% Off
CA$4,738.40
CA$5,92320% Off
A$5,307.81
A$6,634.7620% Off
CHF 2,787.85
CHF 3,484.8220% Off
MX$64,541.23
MX$80,676.5420% Off
NOK 35,303.31
NOK 44,129.1420% Off
SEK 33,512.34
SEK 41,890.4220% Off
DKK 22,391.23
DKK 27,989.0420% Off

About the Item

Black lacquered wood sewing box on lyre base stand. Both the work box and stand are decorated with abalone and Mother-of-Pearl inlays in a floral composition reflecting the aesthetic taste. Japan, made for the Anglo-American trade, circa 1880.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.25 in (76.84 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Anglo-Japanese (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    The case has some small chips and dents (see photos for detail) but is in overall excellent condition. All surfaces have been cleaned and polished. Wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kenilworth, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 19961stDibs: LU6534229633422

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