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Gold Sewing Box in Shape of Flower, Charles X

$15,322.09
£11,540.59
€13,000
CA$21,129.83
A$23,738.41
CHF 12,403.36
MX$289,738.42
NOK 157,486.40
SEK 148,240.27
DKK 98,951.06

About the Item

Exceptional nacre sewing and writing case in gold, turquoise and nacre. This kit comes in the form of a daisy and opens in three parts revealing accessories. The lower part is removable and includes a die and a needle case. The upper part opens with a hinge is let discover a writing kit with ivory tablets and pencil, and needle wool. The heart of the flower opens and has a small compartment probably salt. The kit is finely chiselled with flower motifs on amati gold background accented with turquoise half pearls. This case is characteristic of Charles X style mixing mother-of-pearl, gold and turquoise. Weight: 1 oz (29gr.) L: 3.34 in. (8.5 cm). Restauration period. Charles X. Circa 1820-1830.
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  • Weight:
    29 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.6 in (15 mm)Depth: 3.35 in (85 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 50141stDibs: LU2058210721772

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