Historical information
Mother of pearl particularly popular in early Victoria era.
Physical description
Mother of pearl covered needlebook with engraved covers. Maroon silk ribbon repair stitched through MOP forms back hinge and tie. Pink flannel leaf holding calyx-eyed needles.
Inscriptions & markings
Engraved
Subjects
References
- Antique Needlework Tools and Embroideries. Nerylla Taunton (page 139) ISBN/ISSN: 1-85149-253-4
- History of Needlework Tools and Accessories. Sylvia Groves (plate 15) ISBN/ISSN: 9780715359136
