Gold And Crystal Sewing Set From France's First Empire
Luxurious sewing kit
Presented in a case covered in red- and gold-dyed long-grain morocco leather. Gold filigree decorations.
Inside the lid is a mirror; a silk pad protects the tray of tools.
This set includes 6 gold or gold-mounted tools: 1 pair of scissors, 1 needle holder, 1 thimble, 1 pencil holder, 1 pendant-style smelling salts bottle, and 1 yarn needle that doubles as a toothpick and ear pick.
All pieces are made of 18-karat gold, with a Paris guarantee. The scissors and needle holder bear the hallmark of Parisian master goldsmith Antoine Beauvisage.
Total weight of the pieces excluding the bottle: 29 g.
Paris, c. 1810
In good condition, with some minor wear; the protective cushion is unstitched and stained.
Presented in a case covered in red- and gold-dyed long-grain morocco leather. Gold filigree decorations.
Inside the lid is a mirror; a silk pad protects the tray of tools.
This set includes 6 gold or gold-mounted tools: 1 pair of scissors, 1 needle holder, 1 thimble, 1 pencil holder, 1 pendant-style smelling salts bottle, and 1 yarn needle that doubles as a toothpick and ear pick.
All pieces are made of 18-karat gold, with a Paris guarantee. The scissors and needle holder bear the hallmark of Parisian master goldsmith Antoine Beauvisage.
Total weight of the pieces excluding the bottle: 29 g.
Paris, c. 1810
In good condition, with some minor wear; the protective cushion is unstitched and stained.
2 500 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Gold
Length: 12,8 cm
Width: 7,2 cm
Height: 2,5 cm
Reference (ID): 1826776
Availability: In stock
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