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Needlecase

19th century (made)
Place of origin

Cylindrical needlecase with lid, covered in beaded decoration with a diamond pattern in colours against opal.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Needlecase
  • Needlecase Lid
Materials and techniques
Brief description
Needlecase with beaded decoration, England, 1800-1900
Physical description
Cylindrical needlecase with lid, covered in beaded decoration with a diamond pattern in colours against opal.
DimensionsDimmensions given in Acquisition File: L: 3 3/4 inch x Diam: 3/8 inch
Credit line
Given by Messrs Harrods Ltd.
Collection
Accession number
T.1661-1913

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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