VICTORIAN LEATHER COVERED JEWELLERY NEEDLEWORK BOX WITH GILT , MOTHER OF PEARL 
 
We are pleased to be able to offer this exemplary Victorian Antique leather bound ladies sewing / jewellery / Needlework box 
 
Gorgeous antique Victorian sewing / jewellery / needlework box 
 
C 1840 
 
The exterior is covered with leather and gilt and Mother of pearl decoration which would have shimmered and glistened against the candlelight and a leather interlaced handle 
 
The box is silk lined and in great condition 
 
There is a push button catch to the front which is in working order 
 
The lid is slightly warped to the right side when the box is closed (see photos) 
 
but otherwise is great condition for it's age of around 180 years old 
 
You will not find another like this on the market 
 
This would have been used by a wealthy Victorian lady and cherished as it would have contained many of her sewing items which she would have used daily 
 
External measurements are 15.5cmx 7.5cm x 8cm high. 
 
An unquestionably exquisite and fine addition for any uncompromising collector or as a display piece.