Historical information
Clamps used to grasp fabric combined with a pincushion or emery (missing in this example) were very popular sewing tools in 19th century. Possibly from Chinese workbox
Significance
Carved ivory pincushions clamp were often included in work boxes.
Physical description
Chinese carved ivory clamp with missing pincushion
Inscriptions & markings
Garden scenes carved on one end, Chrysanthemum design with three rows of ptals
Subjects
References
- Illustrated history of needlework tools. Gay Ann Rogers. (Plate 144) ISBN/ISSN: ISBN 0-7195-4021-6
