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Antique English Victorian Papier-mâché Needlework Casket
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Antique English Victorian Papier-mâché Needlework Casket

19th century
For Sale by Antiques4EU
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A most attractive Early 19th Century Antique English Victorian Papier-mâché Ladies Needlework Casket, profusely inlaid with abalone shell pearl and heightened with gilding. The two hinged panels decorated with images of churches, each within a framework of foliage, the handle fixed, the interior retaining it's original lining paper. Sadly now with no Maker's name, but merely the remains of a paper label which can be seen affixed to the base of the piece. Almost certainly made in Wolverhampton, the centre of the papier-mâché industry in England at this period.

Height to top of handle ~ 19.00 cm. / 7.50 inches ~ Width ~ 28.50 cm. / 11.25 inches ~ Depth ~ 25.50 cm. / 10.00 inches ~ Year ~ Circa 1840

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Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
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Antiques4EU has dated this Papier Mache Needlework Casket to the 19th Century.

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SA1221307
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AVPMNC-32
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A most attractive Early 19th Century Antique English Victorian Papier-mâché Ladies Needlework Casket, profusely inlaid with abalone shell pearl and heightened with gilding.
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The two hinged panels decorated with images of churches, each within a framework of foliage, the handle fixed, the interior retaining it's original lining paper.
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Sadly now with no Maker's name, but merely the remains of a paper label which can be seen affixed to the base of the piece. Almost certainly made in Wolverhampton, the centre of the papier-mâché industry in England at this period.

fig 1. A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle.
fig 1. Antique English Victorian Papier-mâché Needlework Casket

Height to top of handle ~ 19.00 cm. / 7.50 inches ~ Width ~ 28.50 cm. / 11.25 inches ~ Depth ~ 25.50 cm. / 10.00 inches ~ Year ~ Circa 1840

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Our Warranty:- Buy it, enjoy it and take good care of it, subject only to these conditions, we undertake to accept this item back at any time and to credit the original purchase price against further purchases.

Just one of the thousands of warranted antiques ~ vintage collectables ~ catalogues and antiques reference works for sale at our main website ~ https://www.applecrossantiques.com

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques4EU has dated this Papier Mache Needlework Casket to the 19th Century.

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SA1221307
Dealers Internal Ref
AVPMNC-32
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Archive I A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle.

Antique English Victorian Papier-mâché Needlework Casket

Archive II A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle. View II
Archive III A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle. View III
Archive IV A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle. View IV
Archive V A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle. View V
Archive VI A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle. View VIII
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A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle.
Antique English Victorian Papier-mâché Needlework Casket
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A Victorian black lacquer papier-mache needlework casket featuring mother-of-pearl inlay, gilded scrollwork, a sloped hinged lid, and a central arch handle.
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  • ObjectSewing Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPapier-mache, Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer, Brass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsMother-of-pearl inlay, Gilded scrollwork, Sloped double-hinged lid, Central carrying handle
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 29 cm (11 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

This early 19th-century Victorian ladies needlework casket is formed from black lacquer papier-mâché, embellished with iridescent abalone shell pearl inlay and detailed gilded scrollwork. The sloped double-hinged lid incorporates two opening panels depicting architectural church scenes framed by foliage, complementing the central fixed black arch handle and the ornamental gilt scroll designs adorning the lower front surface. A plinth-style base supports the structure, which displays visible edge wear and fragmented shell detailing along the borders. Measuring 19 cm high, 29 cm wide and 26 cm deep, this lidded sewing box functions as a decorative accessory for a sideboard top or display surface within a living space or bedroom setting. Collectors of sewing items place items like this in traditional domestic interiors to hold small sewing notions, trinkets or correspondence.

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Victorian papier-mache needlework caskets were decorative storage containers popular in 19th-century Britain, crafted from compressed paper layers and lacquered to hold sewing tools and embroidery supplies.

These pieces were constructed using layered paper pulp or sheets, treated with heat and linseed oil, then finished with black varnish, gilded artwork, and iridescent mother-of-pearl inlay.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-applied mother-of-pearl mosaic details, fine gilding with subtle surface craquelure, metal hinges, and a dense, sturdy structure despite being made from paper-based material.

Position the casket on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or bookshelf as a central accent piece, or place it on a dressing table to hold modern trinkets and jewellery.

Keep the object away from direct heat and damp environments, clean gently with a dry microfibre cloth, and avoid liquid polish or chemical solvents that could strip the lacquer finish.
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