S/4795 Antique Treen 19th Century Lignum Vitae Wool Bowl

An 19th century lignum vitae wool bowl, mostly in sap wood, which follows the traditional shape, almost all made of lignum vitae for their weight, which kept them in a stable position. They were used for placing a ball of wool, and with a smooth interior allowing the wool to unwind when in use without becoming tangled. The whole has a pleasing colour and retains a patination.

Sold 1¾ in. (4.5 cm.) High
2½ in. (6.5 cm.) Diameter English Circa 1860