Sewing box - Leather, Silk, Metal - 1900s sewing kit

Ladies' sewing kit – Paris – genuine leather and brass – Belle Époque style (1900s)

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Detailed description.

Elegant Parisian lady's sewing necessity from the late early 20th century, typical of the Belle Époque.

The box is covered with fine-grained, rich brown-red leather, and ornately decorated with riveted fittings in solid brass, including a side handle, decorative reinforcements, and a central cross-shaped plate.
The set demonstrates careful Parisian craftsmanship, as evidenced by the stamped punch mark 'PARIS' followed by initials on the interior hardware, characteristic of the specialized workshops for luxury cases and accessories of the period.

The interior is entirely furnished with original materials, dressed in ivory iridescent silk and violet leather, maintaining a beautiful chromatic harmony.
It includes a coherent set of sewing and grooming tools, including:
scissors with golden rings
polished steel tools
Accessories with handles made of mother-of-pearl or bone.
Original compartments and straps.

This type of box was intended for a wealthy clientele, designed to accompany the refined daily life and travel of ladies at the end of the 19th century.

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Dimensions
Length: 19.5 cm
Width: 13 cm
Height: 8 cm

Compact and elegant format, ideal for collection, decoration, or display case.

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Condition of preservation

Overall good condition considering its age.
Well-preserved leather with a natural patina.
Brass showing uniform and authentic wear.
Clean interior, without major restoration.
functional closing mechanism
Note that the key is not present.

Possible minor missing accessories, which are common and normal for this type of vintage case, without affecting the harmony or value of the set.

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Interest & Collection

High-quality decorative and historical object, sought after by:
collectors of antique necessities
enthusiasts of Belle Époque toiletry and sewing objects
Decorators and enthusiasts of elegant Parisian objects.