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Carpet Balls, Lignum Vitae

Possibly England 19th - Early 20th Century

Carpet balls made of lignum vitae with scored circles top and bottom. The tops have a single bone dot. These were undoubtedly made in the 19th or very early 20th century.

Price

SOLD

Condition

very good with the usual shrinkage fissures and wear from use

Measurements

approximately 4.25" diameter

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Pair Needle Work Pictures, Ca. 1830

A pair of allegorical subject needlework pictures on silk with water colors. They are bright and fresh as the day they were done. One may portray Rebecca at the well. It is very uncommon to find examples in this condition. The gilded frames appear to be 19th century.