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An Antique Pin Cushion & Sewing Box
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An Antique Pin Cushion & Sewing Box

19th century
For Sale by Opus Antiques
Description

This is a lovely shaped burr walnut inlaid sewing box of tapering form with a pin cushion needlework top.

Open the lid and the underside of the lid is beautifully inlaid as well.

The box stands on four compressed bun feet.

This lovely little box measures 14cm h x 13cm d x 15.5cm w at the top.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Victorian Sewing Pincushion Box to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09716967
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Geometric parquetry inlay and fine stringing: decorative work favoured in the 1870s.
Single-slot screws securing the brass hinges: standard Victorian hardware.
Turned compressed bun feet: traditional mid-to-late 19th-century cabinet work.
Needlework top with woven braided trim: intact domestic textile work.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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SA1245281
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Description
This is a lovely shaped burr walnut inlaid sewing box of tapering form with a pin cushion needlework top.

Open the lid and the underside of the lid is beautifully inlaid as well.

The box stands on four compressed bun feet.

This lovely little box measures 14cm h x 13cm d x 15.5cm w at the top.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Victorian Sewing Pincushion Box to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09716967
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Geometric parquetry inlay and fine stringing: decorative work favoured in the 1870s.
Single-slot screws securing the brass hinges: standard Victorian hardware.
Turned compressed bun feet: traditional mid-to-late 19th-century cabinet work.
Needlework top with woven braided trim: intact domestic textile work.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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SA1245281
Opus Antiques
Opus Antiques
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A Victorian burr walnut sarcophagus-shaped sewing box featuring a geometric needlepoint pincushion top, inlaid wooden panel, and turned bun feet.
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Archive I A Victorian burr walnut sarcophagus-shaped sewing box featuring a geometric needlepoint pincushion top, inlaid wooden panel, and turned bun feet.

An Antique Pin Cushion & Sewing Box

Archive II A Victorian burr walnut sarcophagus-shaped sewing box featuring a geometric needlepoint pincushion top, inlaid wooden panel, and turned bun feet. View II
Archive III A Victorian burr walnut sarcophagus-shaped sewing box featuring a geometric needlepoint pincushion top, inlaid wooden panel, and turned bun feet. View III
Archive IV A Victorian burr walnut sarcophagus-shaped sewing box featuring a geometric needlepoint pincushion top, inlaid wooden panel, and turned bun feet. View IV
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A Victorian burr walnut sarcophagus-shaped sewing box featuring a geometric needlepoint pincushion top, inlaid wooden panel, and turned bun feet.
An Antique Pin Cushion & Sewing Box
Ref: SA1245281
A Victorian burr walnut sarcophagus-shaped sewing box featuring a geometric needlepoint pincushion top, inlaid wooden panel, and turned bun feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSewing Box
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Wood, Wool, Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTapestry pincushion lid, Geometric marquetry inlay, Sarcophagus form, Turned bun feet

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During the nineteenth century, tabletop sewing boxes were essential household items for domestic needlework. Combining storage for thread, scissors, and thimbles with an integrated pincushion lid, these pieces allowed needleworkers to keep functional tools accessible while showcasing fine woodworking techniques.

These boxes were typically constructed from cabinet woods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, often enhanced with burr veneers and marquetry inlay. The pincushion tops were upholstered in durable fabrics, including wool needlepoint, tapestry, or silk, trimmed with decorative braid or gimping.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-fitted joinery, natural timber oxidation, and slight surface irregularities consistent with historical wear. The textile pincushion will often display age-appropriate fading, while turned wood feet and inlay details show precise manual craftsmanship rather than uniform machine production.

A pincushion box functions well as a decorative tabletop accent on a sideboard, bookshelf, or dressing table. It adds texture and historical interest when paired alongside brass candlesticks, framed botanical prints, or ceramics in a traditional or eclectic interior scheme.

Dust the wooden body regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the timber grain. Lightly vacuum the fabric pincushion using a brush attachment or soft bristles to remove surface dust without disturbing the upholstery fibres.
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