Lot 212 : Sold for £230 hammer

Estimate £50-£80

A 19th Century French gilt metal etui modelled in the form of a fish with enamelled blue and yellow eyes, the hinged case opening to reveal a red velvet fitted interior with thimble, needle case, bodkin, stiletto and scissors length 10cm, French Assay marks to needle case Literature: Antique Needlework Tools and Embroideries, by Nerylla Taunton, p132

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