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Antique English Hand-Painted Porcelain Bodkin or Billet-Doux Case

$795
£605.48
€697.90
CA$1,112.20
A$1,250.04
CHF 650.99
MX$15,203.56
NOK 8,330.18
SEK 7,899.47
DKK 5,208.69
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About the Item

Antique English hand-painted porcelain bodkin or billet-doux case, exceptionally hand-painted in a neoclassical style. Please note damaged lid/top broken and mended many years ago. Glass insert chipped. Bodkin- needle case, billet doux for love letters. Top is absolutely original but loose-fitting.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.63 in (14.31 cm)Diameter: 1.13 in (2.88 cm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1790-1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    CHARLESTON, SC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C-6112-5711stDibs: LU189138271523

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