Antique 19th century French Palais Royal egg shaped sewing etui necessaire. Comprising of a beautiful cranberry glass egg shaped box nestled within a gilt bronze ormolu framework comprising of intricate wire strands woven into layers to resemble a bird's nest. Opening to reveal a fitted tray housing sewing implements. Including silvered metal scissors, awl and needle case with ornate embossed decoration. In overall good antique condition with general wear commensurate with age and use. A nick in the glass to the interior near the hinge as shown. The sewing tools with seam gaps in the metal.
Egg shaped etui measures: 3 3/4" x 2 3/4" x 3 1/4"
Scissors: 2 1/2"
Awl: 2 3/8"
Needle case: 2 3/8"