Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1800s.
Typically fashioned of carved and veneered ivory on sandalwood, and profusely decorated, the lid opens to reveal an astonishing array of original boxes, implements; tools and other items, mostly in ivory. These include: reels; 3 tape measures; ivory thimble; set of 4 silver-top scent bottles; miniature oval frame; clamps; needle cases; aide memoire; games; an amazing fan; paper knife; set of MOP winders and many other items too numerous to list. 14ins wide; 10ins deep; 8ins high. (35 x 25 x 20cms).
Vizagapatam is an area of India on the East Coast famous for its beautifully crafted range of fancy goods including tea caddies; games boxes; sewing boxes and even furniture, from the mid-18th century until the end of the 19th century.
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1800s.
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Fully Fitted Vizagapatam Sewing Box
