Box, Sewing
- Object Name:
- Box, Sewing
- Object ID:
- 1966.018.14
- Place of Origin:
- China
- Date:
- 1840-1850
- Description:
- Work box, Chinese. Octagonal papier-mache box with black lacquered exterior. Hinged cover. Gold winged paw feet at each cornor. Black lacquer with Chinese scenes in gold on cover and all sides. Removable papier-mache tray with several compartments holding ivory sewing equipment, pincushion, and key. Brass lock and hinges.
- Material:
- Papier-mache
Ivory - Dimensions:
- H-5 W-11.4 D-8 inches
- Provenance:
- From the Chandler and Rollins families of Bedford, NH.
- Credit Line:
- Gift of Laura Berry Offutt and Harriet Berry Denham
- Subjects:
- Chinoiserie, Boxes, Sewing equipment and supplies
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