A PRISONER OF WAR STRAW WORK SEWING BOX . early 1800s.
Stock Number: 1037
£200
A COLOURFUL STRAW WORK SEWING BOX depicting A TOWN, CHURCH, BRIDGE & SHIP.
Dimensions
21.5cms x 15cms x 6cms.
Circa
1810
Maker
Unknown.
Country of manufacture
Other
Description
This Prisoner of War work box is made from coloured straw. The fine work depicts a large town & ship – all flying flags. There is wear to the straw work in line with it’s age. The colour to the image inside the box is more vivid. There is also a mirror in the lid.
It measures 21.5cms x 15cms x 6cms.
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Dealer information
JP Antiques
I have been dealing with antiques for over 45 years. I have a special interest in medical and optical items. The earlier the better for my collection. I used to sell in Portobello Rd & Bermondsey Market, I now can be found at Newark & by appointment .
