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Lignum Vitae String Box

Offered by: Yew Tree House

Description
Good mid 19th Century English turned Lignum Vitae wood string box of pillar form, the lid and body turned from a single block of timber, the top with string dispensing nipple which unscrews to allow refilling container, the whole with good rich color and patination.

Lignum Vitae, or “Wood of Life” a native species from the Carribbean and Northern South American coast, has long been prized for its beauty, density and its ability to be turned an polished. String boxes were a necessity in Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian households as any parcel (including the Sunday Roast) would require binding in string - before the advent of tape (plus tape isn’t very pleasant on roast meat!)

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Lignum Vitae
Condition:	Good. Minor checking and wear
Creation Date:	1840
Styles / Movements:	Turned Wood, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	ckbbcxraiepa
Incollect Reference #:	411683

Dimensions

H.	5 in;	Diam.	4 in;
H.	12.7 cm;	Diam.	10.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Yew Tree House Antiques, established in 1991, specializes in unique pieces with “soulfulness of character,” carefully curated by Kevin Kleinbardt and Ahna Petersen. Visit us at The Gallery at 200 Lex in New York City or contact us at 212.249.6612 | ythantiques@yahoo.com.