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Scottish Lignum Vitae CarpetLawn Ball

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This a good example of a 19th century Scottish Lignum Vitae carpet or lawn ball. Lignum Vitae is one of the hardest woods and has always been the wood of choice for carpet, lawn and bocce balls. The ball is detailed with the inlaid engraved bone initials "SA" at one side and a bone circle a the other. Additionally, the ball is incised signed by the Scottish maker.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Ignum Vitae wood
Condition:	Good. Overall good condition with anticipated signs of use and patina.
Styles / Movements:	Bespoke, Traditional, Victorian
Patterns:	Contemporary/Modern, Handmade, Modern
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.carpetI
Incollect Reference #:	428400

Dimensions

W.	7 in;	H.	9.5 in;	D.	5 in;	Diam.	5 in;
W.	17.78 cm;	H.	24.13 cm;	D.	12.7 cm;	Diam.	12.7 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.

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