A REGENCY BLONDE TORTOISESHELL VENEERED AND IVORY BANDED SEWING BOX

The cover with an applied metal plaque with initials engraved 'M.B', raised on four gilt brass claw feet, 28cm wide x 21cm deep x 8.5cm high

Condition report:

Losses to the veneer of the left side of the box lid, with a corner filled over and coloured to simulate tortoiseshell. Other smaller chips and losses as to be expected. 

Interior later converted with a single tray and later lining. 

Tarnishing to mounts. 

Very slight warp to lid at the front.

Light areas of lifting to veneers, other scuffs and chips in areas.