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Pair of Victorian Beadwork and Lace Trimmed Wall Pockets
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Pair of Victorian Beadwork and Lace Trimmed Wall Pockets

19th century
Sold 22 May 2025 · Hand of Glory
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Description

A pair of Victorian black velvet wall pockets, circa 1880, trimmed with hand-made lace and glass beadwork fringing. The reverse with hanging loops.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated these Victorian Beadwork Wall Pockets to the Victorian era.

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SA1143524
Description
A pair of Victorian black velvet wall pockets, circa 1880, trimmed with hand-made lace and glass beadwork fringing. The reverse with hanging loops.
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated these Victorian Beadwork Wall Pockets to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1143524
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A pair of teardrop-shaped Victorian wall pockets featuring black fabric backings decorated with white lace overlay and dangling glass bead fringes. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of teardrop-shaped Victorian wall pockets featuring black fabric backings decorated with white lace overlay and dangling glass bead fringes. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Victorian Beadwork and Lace Trimmed Wall Pockets

Archive II A pair of teardrop-shaped Victorian wall pockets featuring black fabric backings decorated with white lace overlay and dangling glass bead fringes. View II
Archive III A pair of teardrop-shaped Victorian wall pockets featuring black fabric backings decorated with white lace overlay and dangling glass bead fringes. View III
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Hand of Glory
Telephone 07867 305451 or 01249 447478
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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jul 2012
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Items Sold 2,462
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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A pair of teardrop-shaped Victorian wall pockets featuring black fabric backings decorated with white lace overlay and dangling glass bead fringes.
Pair of Victorian beadwork and lace trimmed wall pockets
Ref: SA1143524
A pair of teardrop-shaped Victorian wall pockets featuring black fabric backings decorated with white lace overlay and dangling glass bead fringes.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Pockets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialVelvet, Glass Beads, Lace, Cotton Thread
  • ColourBlack and White
  • MotifsBeaded fringe, Lace overlay, Teardrop shape
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Victorian wall pockets, often referred to as wall tidies, were decorative hanging pouches utilised in the nineteenth century to hold small items such as letters, calling cards, or matches.

These items were typically crafted from a fabric backing such as velvet, wool, or canvas, and embellished with intricate glass beadwork, hand-crafted lace, and silk embroidery.

Authentication involves examining the backing materials, the type of glass beads used (often hand-blown or cut with irregular facets), and the hand-stitched construction techniques typical of the period rather than modern machine stitching.

They can be mounted on a wall within a traditional hallway or study using conservation-safe hanging methods to add texture, historic interest, and tactile contrast to a room.

Preservation requires keeping the items out of direct sunlight to prevent fabric fading and fibre degradation, avoiding moisture, and gently dusting them with a soft, dry brush.
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