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Bodkin case

Agate, gold, enamel | 10.3 x 1.9 cm (whole object) | RCIN 4556

Bodkin case

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Description

Tall tapering red and grey agate bodkin case, mounted with gold cagework of stylised columns and garlands. Inscription on white enamel band around edge of lid. Containing a single gold bodkin.

Provenance

Acquired by Queen Mary
People involved

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page Queen Mary of the United Kingdom (1867-1953)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Agate, gold, enamel

gold, enamel, agate

cagework, enamelled

Measurements

10.3 x 1.9 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Bibelots & Gold Boxes
Object type(s)
containers
containers for personal equipment
étuis
cases
bodkin cases
Subject(s)
Science, Medicine and Technology
Construction
Structural parts of buildings
Columns
Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
Decorative techniques & surface decoration
Floral decorations
Garlands

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