Silver & Objects of Vertu - Day 2. - 23rd July 2020

Lot 918

A late 17th century gilt-metal book/needle case cover

Estimate £500 - £700

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Description

A late 17th century gilt-metal book/needle case cover,

circa 1680,

rectangular form, with pierced bird and foliate cage-work with traces of enamel and set with thirteen stones, hinged clasp, the interior with felt for needles, length 4.8cm.