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Needle Box

19th century (made)

A small box for keeping needles (one of a set of twelve). Sandalwood, with geometric designs of inlaid ebony, ivory and white metal.


Object details

Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Needle Box
  • Cover
Materials and techniques
Sandalwood, inlaid with ebony, ivory and white metal
Brief description
Needle box with cover, domestic, sandalwood ivory silver ebony, Surat.
Physical description
A small box for keeping needles (one of a set of twelve). Sandalwood, with geometric designs of inlaid ebony, ivory and white metal.
Dimensions
  • Width: 4.5cm (Note: Approx.)
  • Length: 5.6cm (Note: Approx.)
  • Depth: 2cm (Note: Approx.)
Measurements taken from the largest needle box in the set.
Associated objects
Collection
Accession number
IS.2346B/2, 1-1883

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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