Early 1800s English Workbox. Has original painted Chinoiserie finish with richly designed Chinese scenes and symbols in shades of gold,red,green and brown. interior pink lining,a back flap designed to hold papers. Compartmented base that contains various sewing tools including glass pearl pins in pincushion and a set of gold tools in fitted recesses including scissors,thimble,needle case and stiletto. tool tray lifts out for access to hidden compartment