Boxed manicure set

Front view of a manicure set showing the smooth surfaces of the box. Rear view of a manicure set showing the hinge at the back of the box. Front view of a manicure set showing the pieces in the box. Side view of a manicure set showing the buffer and lidded pot. Underside view of a manicure set showing the smooth base of the box.
Front view of a manicure set showing the smooth surfaces of the box. Rear view of a manicure set showing the hinge at the back of the box. Front view of a manicure set showing the pieces in the box. Side view of a manicure set showing the buffer and lidded pot. Underside view of a manicure set showing the smooth base of the box.

Classification

Description

A cellulose nitrate box containing 5 manicure tools possibly made by Xylonite.
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Unknown
Manufacturer
Xylonite

Inscriptions

"Made in England" (box)
"E. Peter" (tools)

Object number

AIBDC : 006550SA

Date

1910 - 1919 (circa)

Country

UK

Method

thermoformed

Material

plastic
Xylonite - trade name
celluloid - generic term
CN
cellulose nitrate
metal steel tool tips
Dimensions
Width
140mm
Depth
38mm
Length
195mm

Colour

cream