Metal needle case with relief decoration featuring a vase with flowers, ribbons, leaves, and borders within a symmetrical composition. This ornamental repertoire relates to the Louis XVI historicist revival, common in decorative objects from the early 20th century.
Its small format allowed it to store needles for sewing work. Nineteenth-century embroidery nécessaires brought together needle cases with other tools, such as scissors and thimbles; furthermore, two-piece metal cases dated to around 1900 have been preserved. These references support the identification and approximate dating of the specimen, without attributing it to a specific workshop.
Style: Historicist, Louis XVI neoclassical repertoire
Decoration/Motif: Vase with floral bouquet, ribbons, leaves, and relief borders
Period/Dating: Ca. 1900–1930
Origin: Spain
Tested: Not applicable
Materials: Metal of undetermined composition, silver-toned with visible gold-toned areas
Marks/Hallmarks: None located
Dimensions: Length 5.7 cm × width 1 cm
Weight: 4.56 g
These items are not new; they show signs of wear and may have scratches and imperfections typical of their age and use. Please examine the photos carefully. We offer an accurate description; if you need to confirm a detail, write to us before purchasing.
Dark patina on the interior and surface wear of the finish.
