Antique Treen 19th Century Lignum Vitae Sectioned Go to Bed

GBP 365.00

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Object Description

An extremely fine large 19th century lignum vitae go to bed of most attractive proportions, having a domed and rounded screw top, that encloses a well with a removable screw fitting central container with an acorn finial. The top of the container has a hole for the match and when unscrewed it has a storage area for matches. The base of the go to bed is sanded for striking purposes. The whole is made of both heart and sap wood and has an excellent colour, grain and patination.

Object History

labelled Hawtin collection number 138

Object Details

  • dimensions
    H:5¼ in. (13.5 cm.) inches
  • country
  • year
    Circa 1830
  • diameter
    2¾ in. (7 cm.) inches

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