Antique Inlaid Sewing Box with Burled Panels, Late 19th Century

Item Details

An antique inlaid sewing box with burled panels, late 19th century. The veneered, mixed wood case features a rectangular, hinged lid with molded, ebonized edges opening to a mirrored interior with a removable, four-compartment tray. It rises on disc feet with base molding and the box comes with a working key to the interior lock mechanism. Also included is a pin cushion, thread spools, and a variety of needles and straight pins.

Condition

- scattered light scratches and nicks; some wear/losses to black paint; some small cracks and chips to veneer; interior missing corner blocks to support tray; tray missing a few dividers.

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Item #

18DCC006-620