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Tortoise Shell Sewing Box on Stand, circa 1860

$8,500
£6,527.63
€7,480.59
CA$11,965.90
A$13,404.45
CHF 6,984.94
MX$163,506.66
NOK 88,762.59
SEK 83,696.80
DKK 55,833.07

About the Item

This wonderful example of a 19th century tortoise shell sewing box on stand opens to original fabric lined interior of compartments with a central basket seated on a pedestal above a serpentine base with original casters. Measures: 13.5 wide by 10.5 deep by 24.5 tall. Includes a handful of original sawing pieces. The tortoise has some old repairs, the fabric is original and showing its age.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Some old repairs to tortoise. Fabric bag and interior are in original old condition. Includes the handful of sawing tools. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lambertville, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 10081stDibs: LU1308222249572

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