Exceptional c.1810-30 French Palais Royal Sewing Box, Mother of Pearl 18k Tools, Swan Scissors, Turquoise Black Forest clock Typical of ivory as it

Typical of ivory as it ages

dainty florals

Interior is also excellent

I suspect the mat might be karat gold but I did not test it

also silver plated and ready to accommodate a large coffee & tea service or to use as a main course server

Exceptional c.1810-30 French Palais Royal Sewing Box, Mother of Pearl 18k Tools, Swan Scissors, Turquoise Black Forest clock Typical of ivory as itAlways thrilling to see one of these magnificent 200 year old burl sarcophagus shaped caskets with a stunning pique work in cut steel, complete with working lock, key, handle and 4 original matching bun feet sitting on a dealer's table or shop. Then to reach forward to open it, hoping it's close to perfect, and see the mirror intact and with its chenille frame, a fine turquoise silk satin lining in fine form, with the original sewing tools, apart from