Here we have a fine quality and elegant Regency brass inlaid rosewood sewing box of sarcophagus form, the hinged and lockable lid opens to reveal a plush lined and fitted interior with gilt tooled leather decoration and original compartments fitted with ivory cotton reel holders and sewing related tools, there are two fitted needle cases that slide out each side of the main lift out central section that houses scissors and other sewing instruments, there are two ivory thimbles and and ivory housed needle sharpener, there are five lift out storage sections and two fitted pin cushions, the whole tray lifts out to allow access to the main storage section underneath. The colours are bright and crisp and there is no damage to any of the ivory which has an exemption certificate, the whole box stands on four turned feet and has two rosewood hoop carry handles.This is a superb example in wonderful condition and would grace any collection.Ivory certification number : WBXNNHTDWe are ...