A REGENCY BLONDE TORTOISESHELL VENEERED AND IVORY BANDED SEWING BOX

Circa 1820
The cover with an applied metal plaque with initials engraved 'M.B', raised on four gilt brass claw feet, 28cm wide x 21cm deep x 8.5cm high

Condition report:

Losses to the veneer of the left side of the box lid, with a corner filled over and coloured to simulate tortoiseshell. Other smaller chips and losses as to be expected.

Interior later converted with a single tray and later lining.

Tarnishing to mounts.

Very slight warp to lid at the front.

Light areas of lifting to veneers, other scuffs and chips in areas.