Furniture & Works of Art - 11th November 2008

Lot 314

A late 18th century tortoiseshell and pique etui

Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £280

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Description

A late 18th century tortoiseshell and pique etui, of tapering canted form, the hinged cover revealing a faceted glass phial, a bodkin, an ear scoop, tweezers/file and a penknife with pistol grip handle, 2.5in (6.5cm) h.