It was listed by Opus Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
They were also used as desk items, where the lit match would be used to light a wax seal stick for sealing letters.
On the underside of the base there would have been striker paper to light the match.
A lovely piece with great figuring, colour and unusual size. It measures 10cm h including the boss x 5.6cm w.
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Opus Antiques Profile Page
An Antique Treen Large Size Go to Bed
