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Item Number : P12957 Category : Collectibles Brand : UK |
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Description :
This fascinating antique vanity case features a brown textured leatherette exterior with a metal clasp, opening to reveal a satin-lined interior in faded blue. Inside, an attached mirror and fitted leather strap hold specialized corset tools with faux ivory (celluloid) handles, designed for fastening and adjusting the delicate hooks and eyelets of a corset. Accompanying the kit is a lace-trimmed handkerchief displaying a small brooch, a rhinestone bar pin, and a black beaded crescent-shaped hair accessory. The case and tools show honest age-related wear, offering a glimpse into the essential dressing rituals of the early 20th century.
Era:
Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century (circa 1890s–1910s)
Style:
Victorian to Edwardian Everyday Elegance
Technique:
Hand-stitched satin lining, molded faux ivory (celluloid) handles, machine-stamped leatherette exterior
Tools Used:
Hand tools for leather shaping, sewing machines for lining construction, small presses for metal fittings
History:
Corset hook kits were essential personal accessories for women during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, aiding in the daily task of dressing and maintaining the tight-laced styles of the time.
Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Unknown
Measurements:
Approximately 7" W x 6" T x 2¼" D (case)
Suggested Weight:
Around 1 lb
Item Number : P12957
Category : Collectibles
Brand : UK
