"Carved Screw-on Needle Holder, Canton, Napoleon III"
This beautiful embroidery accessory to be fixed on the edge of the work table is entirely carved with a scene of Chinese characters in a garden, and a medallion of interlacing flowers and foliage. The end of the screw allowing it to be tightened on the edge of the table is decorated with a flower.
Original needle cushion in red fabric patinated by time.
Perfect condition!
Napoleon III period around 1850 Canton work.
Dimensions 6.4cm x 3.7cm x 3.7cm
Weight 40g