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Lovely Antique Straw Work Needle Case Mid 19th C. browse these categories for related items... Directory: Antiques:Instruments and Implements:Sewing:Pre 1837 VR: item # 707836 Please refer to our stock # 100720 when inquiring.
Vininghill Victoria British Columbia 250-595-7582 Guest Book $295.00 |
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This is a very attractive antique straw work needle case C. mid 1800's. The art of straw work was originally done by Napoleonic prisoners of war to improve their living conditions. This needle case box is made of cut thin pieces of straw affixed to a pressed paper shape and dyed in vivid colors with a geometric pattern design. On one end of the case is the design of a rose. Colors are magnificent, and not at all faded, as is common. Condition: Bit of rubbing to the interior paper. Colors excellent. Size: 2 5/8 X 3/4 inches. |
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