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Rare Regency Tunbridge Ware Sewing Basket
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
for sale €322     $349
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Rare Regency Tunbridge Ware Sewing Basket

19th century
Description

This is a rare regency Tunbridge Ware sewing basket with the original silk sides.

The condition is commensurate with age and use and can clearly be seen in the photographs.

The silk basket sides are all original.

Diameter when flat 15 cm

H approx 14.5 when hanging

Declaration

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this Regency Tunbridge Ware Basket to the Regency era.

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SA1058706
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Description
This is a rare regency Tunbridge Ware sewing basket with the original silk sides.

The condition is commensurate with age and use and can clearly be seen in the photographs.

The silk basket sides are all original.

Diameter when flat 15 cm

H approx 14.5 when hanging

Date of Manufacture

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this Regency Tunbridge Ware Basket to the Regency era.

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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2020
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A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle.
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Archive I A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle.

Rare regency Tunbridge Ware sewing basket

Archive II A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle. View II
Archive III A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle. View III
Archive IV A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle. View IV
Archive V A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle. View V
Archive VI A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle. View VI
Archive VII A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle. View VII
Archive VIII A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle. View VIII
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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

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A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle.
Rare regency Tunbridge Ware sewing basket
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A circular Regency era wooden sewing basket featuring geometric Tunbridge Ware mosaic inlay along the rim, an optical cube parquetry base, green pleated silk interior lining, and an arched handle.
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Tunbridge Ware is a form of decorative inlaid woodwork developed in Kent, England, primarily during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. It relies on assembling tiny strips of varied natural timbers to form intricate geometric patterns, micro-marquetry, and pictorial vignettes.

Craftsmen utilised native English hardwoods such as holly, yew, cherry, and walnut, alongside imported woods like rosewood. The interiors of sewing containers were typically fitted with silk or velvet lining to protect delicate sewing tools and thread.

Authentic pieces exhibit precise mosaic work created from solid wood strips rather than printed paper, with subtle colour variations derived solely from natural timber shades. Regency-era examples predominantly feature geometric tessellations and optical parquetry patterns rather than later Victorian floral designs.

An antique wooden work basket serves as an accent piece when displayed on a console table, sideboard, or bookshelf. It provides textural contrast against contemporary surfaces while functioning as decorative storage for small items.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, veneer lifting, or bleaching of the natural wood tones. Clean delicate silk linings gently using a soft, dry brush and avoid liquid cleaners on the wooden mosaic.
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