S/5901 Antique Treen 18th Century Cherry Wood Pedestal Salt

An exceptional 18th century cherry wood pedestal salt of circular form, having a protruding banded ornament, which is above a concave support resting on a gradual stepped base. The whole has a lovely rich shaded colour, as often found on 18th century items, with extremely fine patination. It has very minor restoration to a small chip on the base.

Provenance: Desborough Collection

3¾ in. (9.5 cm.) High
2½ in. (6.5 cm.) Diameter English Circa 1740