20th Nov, 2020 12:00 GMT/BST

Fans & Fancies - Online auction

 
Lot 5340
 

5340

Five Various Sewing Tools. Comprising a carved ivory needle case, the pointed end no doubt also...

Five Various Sewing Tools. Comprising a carved ivory needle case, the pointed end no doubt also serving as a stiletto; an ivory needle case formed as a column, with domed ends and a small square left blank for initials; an ivory ???? with a honeycomb top and finial, which unscrew, the lower section also opening at the junction of the bulbous point; a tiny bone pincushion formed as a wheelbarrow with flowers carved each side and moving wheel, cream silk pad within; and a further needle case that unscrews either side of the bulbous central carving.

Sold for £130
Estimated at £80 - £120


 

. All appear sound but the final item has dark brown marking as if it has been caught in a flame.

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Auction: Fans & Fancies - Online auction, 20th Nov, 2020

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