Small Antique French Gold Bullion Lace Under Glass Pin Tray – Exquisite Collectible

This small antique French pin tray combines simple elegance with exquisite detail. Crafted in wood and painted a bronzed gold, it features exquisite delicate gold bullion lace elegantly displayed under a protective glass top. Two refined metal handles add both charm and function,making it a versatile miniature tray perfect for your dressing table, vanity, ornight stand to hold your diamonds and Cartier watch. Originally, trays like this were used in the 1800's when ladies wore lingerie pins to secure undergarments {bras, slips, camisoles} to bodice straps, preventing them from slipping and "appearing" in public.

These trays were both practical and decorative in refined households. Today, it serves as a collectible piece that radiates Parisian sophistication and historical charm. Papered in French blue, yellow and gold marbled paper on the back. There are some wear areas to the wood as would be expected, this is a rare piece of history, its delicate gold lace and refined craftsmanship make it an irresistible addition to any curated collection.

  • Measures 4‑1/4" × 7‑3/4" × 1"h.
Brand frenchgardenhouse