Antique Bone Parasol Needle Case w/ Stanhope * Brighton Image * Circa 1900s

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Antique Bone Parasol Needle Case w/ Stanhope
Brighton Image * Circa 1900s
This antique figural needle case is carved of bone* in the form of a parasol or umbrella. The handle is turned and holds a glass Stanhope viewer. The image is
"A Souvenir of Brighton" and s
hows 6 views, including the Grand Hotel, the Pavilion, the Chain Pier, the West Pier, the Aquarium and Aquarium Entrance. It was made in France for export to England.
There are a couple of tiny chips that have been glued back in place. The condition is otherwise nice with no loss or other damage
. It
measures 4 3/8" long, screws together well and has some old steel needles. The Stanhope is clear and readable.
Similar needle cases are shown on p. 73 of Gay Ann Rogers' book
The Illustrated History of Needlework Tools.
*This item is made of bone from a domestic cow (bovine) and not from an endangered species.
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