Description

Tortoiseshell sewing box with bombe-shaped sides exquisitely engraved mother of pearl floral inlay on the top with vacant initial plate.

Standing on four turned Ivory feet, with Ivory edging, facing and drawer handle. With tortoiseshell panels separated by silver stringing. With a vacant silver initial plate and escutcheon.

The interior is lined in vibrant yellow paper and ruched silk. It houses five mother-of-pearl thread reels and a tool pad with mother-of-pearl handled pricker and sewing hook, and a pair of scissors. The small drawer at the front of the box is lined with matching yellow paper.

This beautiful regency tortoiseshell sewing box has a fully working lock and a tasselled key.

If you are purchasing Tortoiseshell or Ivory pieces outside the UK, you must have a CITES certificate to import the item into your country. We can obtain these on your behalf at a cost of £50 and these can take up to 30 working days to arrive at our office. Due to the strict exporting rules of these pieces, they may also come with further shipping costs. Please ensure you contact us prior to purchase for a quote.

With every purchase from Mark Goodger Antiques, you will receive our latest catalogue, a Certificate of Authenticity, detailed care instructions for your chosen piece and an independent invoice (for insurance purposes) will be enclosed. As well as being protected by a no-hassle, money-back policy, your piece will be entirely insured during the shipping process to ensure the safety of your item.

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