Antique Papier Mâché Sewing Box with Mother-of-Pearl Reels (c.1840) sewing room decor hand carved from dark hardwood

hand carved from dark hardwood with a rounded bowl and decorative pierced handle

small losses to corners and general toning

but the pages shown remain readable and the diagrams are clear

this is a lovely piece of rustic dairy kitchenalia with strong farmhouse appeal

adding character without affecting stability

Antique Papier Mâché Sewing Box with Mother-of-Pearl Reels (c.1840) sewing room decor hand carved from dark hardwoodMid 19th Century Papier Mch Sewing Box with Mother of Pearl & Gilt Detail (c. 1840) A charming and decorative sewing box dating to around 1840, this elegant piece is crafted from papier mch with richly detailed hand painting, inlaid mother of pearl and fine gilt detailing, typical of early Victorian taste. The hinged lid opens to reveal a lidded, compartmentalised tray lined in decorative paper, soft pink silk and velvet. Six original mother of pearl