Historical information
French port of Dieppe (trading with French colonies in Africa) produced exquisitely carved ivory needlework tools in late 18th cenury and early 19th century and this is one of them
Significance
Functional and luxurious needlework tool produced in Dieppe area of France where very beautifully carved ivory became status symbol quality needlework tools
Physical description
Needlebook with carved ivory cover, tan leather hinge, lined and tied with pink-red watered silk. 2 kerrymere leaves with finely clipped edges for needles
Subjects
References
- Antique Needlework Tools and Embroideries. Nerylla Taunton (page 81) ISBN/ISSN: 1-85149-253-4
