Name: Rare Antique George IV Lady’s Sewing Necessaire with Original Case, est. 1825
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Rare Antique George IV Lady’s Sewing Necessaire with Original Case, est. 1825

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About the Item

Rare Antique George IV Lady’s Solid Silver Sewing Necessaire with Original Case, est. 1825 A truly rare piece of life in the early 1800s blind-rolled in the classical taste with Morocco bindings and silver-hafted instruments, including a push-button mechanism. If you have ever wanted to experience the blending of modern steampunk fantasy with an authentic glimpse of life during the rule of George IV, this is it. The rounded rectangular black Morocco case is blind-rolled in the Classical taste, hinged with a cover enclosed in delicate velvet. This cushions the rare silver-hafted 5-piece instrument set. What makes this piece more unique than others is the initials of GR, the maker and the crown circa 1825 on either side of the steel scissor blades. During the rule of George IV (1820-1830), an explosion of artwork, architecture, and extravagance visited Buckingham Palace. Like most trends, the royal family set the tone for ornamentation, which is evidenced in this fantastic collection. The entire original case is 11.5cm wide. It includes a silver miniature pin cushion, silver awl, silver thimble, silver bodkin, and silver scissors with their original sheath. All items in the sewing kit are heavily ornamented with floral, royal, and British embellishments. The push-button release is still in working order. ------------------------------ Condition Report: Good condition with some wear around the edges of the interior box casement and other signs of ageing on the implements commensurate with the time. Repairs to the scissor handle. Cushion missing for the pin cushion basket. Thimble may be associated. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Provenance: From a private collector. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Literature: Cf.:Helen Lester Thompson, Sewing Tools, and Trinkets: Collector’s Identification & Value Guide, Vol. 2, 2022/ISBN: 9781574322873 Cf.:Kate Heard, George IV: Art & Spectacle, 2020/ISBN: 9781909741607 ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Museums: Victoria and Albert Museum British Museum

Metal:
Silver
Dimensions:
Width: 3.12 in (79 mm)Length: 4.53 in (115 mm)
Style:
George IV
Place of Origin:
United Kingdom
Period:
1820-1829
Date of Manufacture:
1825
Condition:
Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good condition with some wear around the edges of the interior box casement and other signs of ageing on the implements commensurate with the time. Repairs to the scissor handle. Cushion missing for the pin cushion basket. Thimble may be associated.
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2800216811452