Antique Sewing Basket

Antique Sewing Basket with shaped sycamore carry handle. On the top of the box is a naive penwork rural scene similar to Kilarney Ware. Each shaped side supports is veneered with a chequered design of Mahogany, Sycamore and Yew. The hinged lid has a turned handle and opens to reveal a rosewood base with open shaped sides.

Provenance:

' Items from an extensive collection built up over the last 30 years by a serious collector of interesting and important boxes and other unusual sewing tools. This represents a lifelong interest in the subject, and includes many interesting pieces.'

Quotes from the lovely passionate collector.

Each item were all purchased because they spoke to me - an instant buzz - a connection somehow with the box - and then the joy of finding the small contents which bring the boxes back to life - I have loved and cherished each and every one.

Height including handle: 8'