Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Box, Needlework |
Collection |
Lambton Heritage Museum Collection |
Catalog Number |
LHM E.1977.2172 |
Other Name |
Box, Sewing |
Description |
Black wooden sewing box. The base of the box is round with a prominent rim. This section of the box rotates and features a series of numbers and suites painted in gold around the circumference of the box which appears to be associated with a specific game. The interior of the box is lined with blue felt and includes a compartment that can hold up to six spools of thread. The lid of the box is round and includes an illustration that depicts a yellow floral arrangement along with a card with a poem. The interior of the lid features the Maker's Mark. |
Dimensions |
H-7 W-11 L-11 cm |
Inscription Type |
Manufacturer's Mark |
Inscription Location |
Inside lid |
Inscription Text |
Clark & Co's Extra Quality Is the best for Hand & Machine Sewing Anchor Mills, Paisley |
Maker's Mark |
There is a poetic saying on the top of the lid along with card game rules around the exterior of the box. |
Search Terms |
Sewing Textile Sewing Kit Needle Needlework Thread Personal Belongings |
People |
Eisenbach, Peter |