Antique Georgian - Victorian Tortoise Shell Sewing Etui, Box w/ Silver Repousse Tools
We surely must have one of the very best collections of antique sewing sets in the world, or have had if you count in all those that have already sold. I'm so pleased to add this one, surely English in origin. The outer case is truly a magnificent display of finest cognac to chocolate-colored natural shell, separated with silver stringing that's typical of the larger boxes and of English ones in particular. This one is just stunning sitting in display (I know because it's on one of my end tables right now, along with a couple of suitably fine tea caddies), and when you or your guests succumb to that natural temptation to open it (isn't that what we all are just forced to do, really?), you'll find it filled with all of the original late Georgian to earliest Victorian sewing implements, including a fabulous little tape measure case, sterling silver handled scissors, thimble, pin cushion and stiletto or bodkin-like tool. Just beautiful! A fine set by any standard! Good to very goo