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Antique Scottish Mauchline Ware Needle Case w/ Windermere Scene * Circa 1880s
Antique Scottish Mauchline Ware Needle Case w/ Windermere Scene * Circa 1880s

Antique Scottish Mauchline Ware Needle Case w/ Windermere Scene * Circa 1880s

$ 11.35

Availability: 48 in stock
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Maker: W. & A. Smith Co.
  • Needle Type: Hand Sewing Needles
  • Condition: Excellent condition. Please be sure to scroll down to see the description and larger photos. Click *Show More* if you are on a phone.
  • Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930
  • Type: Needle Case
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Case Material: Wood

    Description

    Antique Mauchline Ware Needle Case
    Scottish *
    Circa 1880s
    This Mauchline ware needle case is made of sycamore wood by the W. & A. Smith Co in Mauchline Scotland. One side has a scene titled "Wray Castle, Windermere". This gorgeous place is in England's famous Lake District.
    The condition is excellent with hardly a ding and the varnish is perfect. It fits together snugly and measures 3 1/4" long. A variety of Mauchline ware needlework tools are shown on
    p. 158 of Nerylla Taunton's book
    Antique Needlework Tools and Embroideries.
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