tray (household miscellany); textile tool

Textile tool in the form of a rectangular pull-out tray for needlework container made from wood. Wooden partitions create smaller compartments some of which are covered with small lids. these have wither mother of pearl knobs or fabric pulls. 1 compartment contains a rectangular insert with recesses for 2 thimbles (1 thimble is displayed). The tray also contains 2 metal needles (1 with incised decoration). All top edges and surfaces are covered with red satin. The rest of the tray is covered with silver-coloured paper. On both shorter sides a metal ring has been inserted as a pull.

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