Nesting Wallpaper Theorem Pincushion Sewing Boxes, Strong Vibrant Color - Antique Associated At West Townsend

Nesting Wallpaper Theorem Pincushion Sewing Boxes, Strong Vibrant Color

Possibly Friendship Gifts

Nesting Wallpaper Theorem Pincushion Sewing Boxes, Strong Vibrant Color
1210-77_Paper-Boxes,-Set-of-5,-French,-19th-C

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Heavy cardboard boxes covered in wallpaper surmounted with rectangular stuffed theorem decorated velvet pincushions. Each lid bordered with embossed foil. These nesting boxes display names and phrases: Ann, Sarah, Forget Me Not… and two for Don decorated with “d’ amitis” which is French for “of Friendship”.

Item Date: Circa 1840's

Measurement: Graduated, smallest to largest: 4" X 2.5" X 1.5"; 5" X 3.5" X 2"; 7.5" X 5.5" X 3.5"

Material: Cardstock, wallpaper, printed paper, velvet, and watercolor

Item Condition: Very good, minor fading, original stretcher and backboards.

Price: $925

SKU 1210-101

For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.