RARE c.1810 Antique French Palais Royal Sewing Box, Mother of Pearl 18k Tools, Rooster, Crochet Tambour
A stunning and expanded c.1810 French Empire sewing box, coffers, "necessaire", both the box and the sewing tools are true works of art! Amazing preservation of these original tools, both sets of scissors and all but 2 spools still with the opulent burl sarcophagus-shaped chest. The set includes a perfume bottle with 18k cap, and 18k gold trimmed tools. The scissors and needle case are remarkably fine, roosters carved into the handles of the larger pair of scissors, and florals there and on the large pristine needle case. Bodkin has a shell motif, and all of thee pieces are exceptionally fine, in total. Add all of that opulent cut steel pique work on the casket and you can probably see why I'm over-the-moon with this museum quality set. Full measurements noted on the photos. Very good to excellent condition for age and type. I can point out 2 imperfections among the many delicate mother of pearl sewing and crochet items: thimble has faint hairline (see images) and there is an old resto