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Carved Coconut Shell Drinking Vessel
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Carved Coconut Shell Drinking Vessel

19th century
Description

A mid 19th century carved coconut shell drinking vessel depicting a hunting scene of man with his five dogs directing them to go out with his hand and to his other hand he is holding a gun . A countryside scene to the background.

A rare nicely carved object .

12.5 cm length

5cm height

9cm width

£575

Contact 07970119030

Physical Dimensions
Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Devonshire Antiques has dated this Carved Coconut Shell Vessel to the 19th Century.

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SA1027749
Description
A mid 19th century carved coconut shell drinking vessel depicting a hunting scene of man with his five dogs directing them to go out with his hand and to his other hand he is holding a gun . A countryside scene to the background.

A rare nicely carved object .

12.5 cm length

5cm height

9cm width

£575

Contact 07970119030

Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Devonshire Antiques has dated this Carved Coconut Shell Vessel to the 19th Century.

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SA1027749
Devonshire Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2017
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Archive I A dark brown carved coconut shell vessel featuring a relief scene of a hunter pointing alongside hounds within a carved border.

Carved Coconut Shell Drinking Vessel

Archive II A dark brown carved coconut shell vessel featuring a relief scene of a hunter pointing alongside hounds within a carved border. View II
Archive III A dark brown carved coconut shell vessel featuring a relief scene of a hunter pointing alongside hounds within a carved border. View III
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Archive V A dark brown carved coconut shell vessel featuring a relief scene of a hunter pointing alongside hounds within a carved border. View V
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Archive VII A dark brown carved coconut shell vessel featuring a relief scene of a hunter pointing alongside hounds within a carved border. View VII
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Devonshire Antiques
Telephone 07970 119030 or 01822 612475
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19 Market St
Tavistock
Devon
United Kingdom

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A dark brown carved coconut shell vessel featuring a relief scene of a hunter pointing alongside hounds within a carved border.
Carved coconut shell drinking vessel
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A dark brown carved coconut shell vessel featuring a relief scene of a hunter pointing alongside hounds within a carved border.
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  • ObjectDrinking Vessels
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFolk Art
  • MaterialCoconut Shell
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRelief carved hunter and hounds, Fluted carved cap, Rope-twist border pattern
  • SizeH 12.5 cm (5 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This nineteenth-century folk art drinking vessel is shaped from a dark brown coconut shell and features detailed relief carvings. The upper section has a fluted carved cap above a rope-twist border pattern that encloses the main circular scene. Within this border, a relief carved hunter points forward alongside five hounds, with a countryside scene in the background. The base possesses a rounded contour, and the entire surface shows visible hand-carved texturing throughout the figural elements and background foliage. Measuring 12.5 cm high, 9 cm wide, and 5 cm deep, this pocket-sized decorative piece sits neatly on a bookshelf or desk within a gentleman's library or study today, adding an element of historical folk art craftsmanship to an interior display.

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Carved coconut vessels, often referred to as bugbear nuts or sailors folk art, were decorative and utilitarian objects crafted predominantly during the 18th and 19th centuries. Artisans and sailors carved the exterior shell into drinking cups, flasks, and tobacco containers, decorating them with intricate relief motifs.

Artisans harvested mature coconut shells, dried them, and smoothed the exterior before hand-carving detailed designs using small chisels or gouges. The natural oils and handling over time cause the dark fibrous material to develop a rich, smooth surface finish.

Authentic period examples display genuine surface patina, subtle hand-tooling variations within the carving, and organic irregular thickness across the shell walls. Micro-cracking and natural darkening around high-touch areas further indicate historical age.

Display the piece upright on a glass-fronted cabinet shelf, a dark timber desk, or layered among books to highlight its carved detail. Pairing the dark organic material with polished brass, stone, or leather creates a sophisticated display.

Keep the object in a stable climate free from direct heat sources and drastic humidity fluctuations, which can induce shell cracking. Dust gently with a soft dry brush and apply a tiny amount of natural microcrystalline wax occasionally to protect the shell.
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