S/5357 Antique Treen Early 19th Century Lignum Vitae Auctioneer's Gavel

A large well turned lignum vitae auctioneer's gavel in both heart and sap wood and of traditional proportions, having a shaped turned handle, again in both heart and sap wood, that has incised line decoration. The whole has an excellent colour and patination.

Sold 3½ in. (9 cm.) Wide
10 in. (25.5 cm.) Deep
2 in. (5 cm.) Diameter English Circa 1820