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Antique French Mother of Pearl Egg Sewing Etui Circa Late 1800s
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Fabulous 19th century, French Napoleon III era, Palais Royal style gilt ormolu and mother of pearl egg sewing etui, complete with original antique needlework tools. The tools include a bodkin, stiletto, thimble, needle case and a pair of embroidery scissors. Sold in the shops of the famous Palais Royal, these sewing etuis are as whimsical as elegant, timeless and beautiful! Large shimmering polished half shells make up the casket, a gildt ormolu framework holds it together and surrounds the base and sides. It stands about 5" tall.
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Comment by The Old Grey Mare on July 25, 2012 at 3:53pm -
Very, very special!
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Comment by Daisy Antiques on July 24, 2012 at 5:57pm -
Wow - this is wonderful.
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Comment by Graceful Antiques on July 24, 2012 at 5:25pm -
oh my stars. How devine is this to of lasted thoughout time. Wow.
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Comment by Vanity Flair Vintage on July 24, 2012 at 4:58pm -
My mother has a vast collection of sewing ephemera. . . this is exquisite.
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