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Workbox

1860-1880 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Inlaid with mother of pearl, pink enamel and brass. Lined with green velvet and white satin; fitted with needlework accessories. Rectangular.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 14 parts.

  • Workbox
  • Needlecase
  • Bobbin
  • Bobbin
  • Bobbin
  • Bobbin
  • Bobbin
  • Bobbin
  • Tray
  • Hook
  • Hook
  • Hook
  • Thimble
  • Key
Materials and techniques
Inlaid pearl, enamel and brass; velvet and satin lining
Brief description
Workbox, English, about 1870
Physical description
Inlaid with mother of pearl, pink enamel and brass. Lined with green velvet and white satin; fitted with needlework accessories. Rectangular.
Dimensions
  • Height: 5.4cm
  • Length: 22.9cm
  • Depth: 11.4cm
Credit line
Given by H. M. Queen Mary
Object history
Given to the V&A in 1932 by H. M. The Queen [R.P.32/3007].
Association
Collection
Accession number
W.20:1 to 14-1932

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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