A PALAIS ROYAL SEWING CASKET

A PALAIS ROYAL SEWING CASKET, early 19th century, probably Mulberry, of sarcophagus form, the hinged cover with stiff anthemion border enclosing a vacant mother-of-pearl panel and hinged swan neck handle, opening to reveal a mirrored interior, the lift-out compartment fitted for mother of pearl bradawl, folding ear wax spoon, needle case, bodkin and scissors, with gilt metal thimble and cut glass phial, with cream silk satin cover, 7 1/2" x 3" x 2 3/4" (Est. plus 21% premium inc. VAT)