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Writing Case (Nécessaire)

James Cox

Cleveland Museum of Art

Rectangular writing case with a hinged lid, made of banded agate with a gold metal filigree frame. The frame features intricate scrollwork and floral patterns. The case has a small knob on the front. The agate has shades of brown, beige, and gray. The background is light grey. The writing case, or nécessaire, is by James Cox.

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845 × 893 px
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