Lot 585
  • 585

An Empire Steel & Blue and White Jasperware-Mounted Burrwood and elmwood sewing Box circa 1800, possibly Russian

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • height 3 in.; width 12 1/2 in.; depth 7 in.
  • 7 cm; 31 cm; 17 cm
the rectangular top centered by a rectangular plaque depicting a classical maiden on a hippocamp within a foliate border, the corners with profile medallions within foliate wreaths, each side inlaid with a diaper and with a handle, the lid enclosing a mirror and a removable tray with two glass receptacles and various ivory and steel-mounted spools.

Provenance

Mallett at Bourdon House, London

Acquired from the above, 1993