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Lucet from a Sewing Box (Nécessaire)

c. 1765

Austria, possibly Vienna

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Medium
gold and mother-of-pearl
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. A. Dean Perry 1967.157.e
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Not on view
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A mother-of-pearl tool is shaped like a wide U with two upward-reaching prongs that curve outward at the tips. The iridescent base features wavy edges and is decorated with carved, swirling lines. Centered on the base is a raised gold ornament depicting a shell with flaring wings. The surface is smooth and reflective, with the gold element projecting forward from the iridescent white material.

Lucet from a Sewing Box (Nécessaire)

c. 1765

Austria, possibly Vienna

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