Box - Metal - antique sewing egg

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Antique sewing egg in metal from France, estimated period 1900–1910, height 15 cm and base 10 cm square, with a fluted bottom and a central floral incised band.

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Description from the seller

It is an antique sewing egg (also called a travel nécessaire or cousette) or a jewelry box in silvered metal or gilt bronze, depending on how one wished to use it.
This object was popular between the late 19th and early 20th century.
Originally it could contain a thimble, needles and a shuttle, serving as a small travel kit.
The lower part features grooved decorations and a central band with engraved floral motifs.

It is an antique sewing egg (also called a travel nécessaire or cousette) or a jewelry box in silvered metal or gilt bronze, depending on how one wished to use it.
This object was popular between the late 19th and early 20th century.
Originally it could contain a thimble, needles and a shuttle, serving as a small travel kit.
The lower part features grooved decorations and a central band with engraved floral motifs.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
antique sewing egg
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
France
Material
Metal
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
15 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated Period
1900-1910
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Objects sold
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