Antique Victorian Needlepoint Tapestry, Sampler, 28.5" Rosewood Frame: 1858 "Souvenir" with Tomb 18th century necessaire The opulent beauty of French

The opulent beauty of French sterling silver against the mottled dark chocolate to cognac coloration of the old shell is just stunning

The spine of the paper-covered etui which would serve as hinge is split nearly all along

The box has 2 tiny rim nips

Magnificent overall though

Antique Victorian Needlepoint Tapestry, Sampler, 28.5" Rosewood Frame: 1858 "Souvenir" with Tomb 18th century necessaire The opulent beauty of FrenchFabulous large 28 3 8" x 23 1 4" antique Victorian era needlepoint sampler or "Souvenir" tapestry in rosewood frame, dated "1858" with a tomb, churches & buildings, figures, flowers & foliage and in wonderful condition! Wow, a truly visual experience here with all of those smaller separate scenes! Beautifully done and, as you can see, the needlepoint itself is in superb condition. The frame was some loss to the inlaid cream colored bands but one could