Museum Collections
Luce Center
Needle case
Object Number:
INV.9804ab
Date:
1840-1880
Medium:
Mother of pearl
Dimensions:
Overall: 1/4 x 2 7/8 x 5/8 in. ( 0.6 x 7.3 x 1.6 cm )
Description:
Rectangular mother of pearl needlecase in the form of a rectangular box with a lid which slides off the top from one side; the lide is incised with a leaf and scroll design.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.