Lot 642
A REGENCY BLONDE TORTOISESHELL VENEERED AND IVORY BANDED SEWING BOX
Circa 1820
| Estimate: | £150 - £250 |
| Hammer price: | £150 |
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.
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.