S/1651 19th Century Pair of Lignum Vitae Egg Cups

A pair of urm shaped 19th Century lignum vitae egg cups, having slim knop stems. They can be made of many different woods, but made in lignum vitae is more unusual. The pair are in good condition and retain a patination.

Sold 3 in. (7.5 cm.) High
1¾ in. (4.5 cm.) Diameter English Circa 1850