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Victorian inlaid papier mache sewing box

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Victorian inlaid papier mache sewing box

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Description

Victorian inlaid papier mache sewing box, 19th c., English, black lacquered papier mache hinged sewing box, with lily of the valley decoration to center of lid, surrounded by inlaid trail of mother of pearl bellflowers, the interior fitted with a divided removable tray, 5.5"h x 13.75"w x 10.75"d

Provenance: A Private Collection: Georgetown, Washington DC

Condition

Good/Fair, gilding loss and rubs, two base corners with chipped losses, interior with staining, divider breaks, cracks, fabric lining to lid torn and stained, lacking key **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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Victorian inlaid papier mache sewing box

Name: Victorian inlaid papier mache sewing box
SKU: 116425860
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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