A one-of-a-kind studio-made needle keep created from a vintage French enamel pastry mould and finished with an early American folk art inspired portrait.

The simple profile image draws inspiration from nineteenth-century primitive portraiture, bringing a quiet, handmade character to this practical sewing accessory. The worn enamel mould has been given a new purpose, becoming a resting place for needles, pins and the tiny tools that gather around a favourite sewing basket.

Both useful and decorative, it would sit beautifully amongst collections of antique haberdashery, textiles and folk art treasures.

Details

Vintage French enamel pastry mould

Studio-made needle keep

Early American folk art inspired portrait

Suitable for needles and pins

One of a kind

Ready to use or display

Approximate diameter: 8 cm

Condition

The enamel mould shows age-related wear, patina and surface marks consistent with its previous life in the kitchen. These signs of age have been preserved and form part of its character.