Description
This beautiful box present an elegant decor of mother of peal on the top and laiton marqueterie , the inside is like a surprise splendid textile decor and minor very colorful that contrast very well with the sobre elegance of the outside , the sewing tools are in silver , and we have left what was in it for the charme of the past , there is 5 sowing items and two perfume bottle that seems not the original ones , there is also a key . Sewing boxes like this were luxury items and were also consider as decorative element it s why the boxes would always present lovely decors . we believe the box behind from circa 1860 .We have several sowing items listed in our Chairish shop at FRENCHTOUCH10 pleas check them as well
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: the box will present light signs of wear , minor stains and bottle replacement but all very minor and not disturbing from the beauty of the piece , it is in the condition that it s last owner left it , so we can consider this piece in excellent antique condition , please refer to pictures for condition and coloring
Origin:
France
Materials & Techniques:
Silver, Textile, Wood
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: the box will present light signs of wear , minor stains and bottle replacement but all very minor and not disturbing from the beauty of the piece , it is in the condition that it s last owner left it , so we can consider this piece in excellent antique condition , please refer to pictures for condition and coloring
Origin:
France
Materials & Techniques:
Silver, Textile, Wood
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; the box will present light signs of wear , minor stains and bottle replacement but all very minor and not disturbing from the beauty of the piece , it is in the condition that it s last owner left it , so we can consider this piece in excellent antique condition , please refer to pictures for condition and coloring
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
4.18 x 9.5 x 6.5 in
Mid 19th Century French Napoleon III Sewing Box
Estimate $1,130-$3,380
Starting Price
$600
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The July Edit
Jun 26, 2026 6:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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