Sold 2 September 2024 · Opus Antiques

This “Antique Treen Durham Knitting Sheath - Dated & Heart” found a buyer.

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Description

An antique treen Durham knitting sheath with an inlaid ebony heart and ebony stringing, and a inlaid hollywood flower and stringing around the glazed window. There is a handwritten label behind the window saying' Dor, y.Smith Scotchwood Jan. 30th 1835.

The knitting stick measures 20cm l x 2cm w.

Postage £6 UK

Postage £20 outside of the UK

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Knitting Sheath to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1052566

Dealers Notes

Own a piece of history

Description

The knitting stick measures 20cm l x 2cm w.

Postage £6 UK

Postage £20 outside of the UK

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Knitting Sheath to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1052566

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Opus Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2014

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Opus Antiques

Telephone 07941 285 532

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North Devon
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/opusantiques

Verified Since Oct 2014

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDecorative Objects
Period19th century
StyleFolk Art
MaterialHardwood, Wood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsCarved heart motif, Inlaid paper label, Geometric incisions

FAQs

A knitting sheath is a small handheld or waist-mounted device used historically in northern England and Scotland to support one needle while working on hand-knitting projects, thereby increasing speed and efficiency.

These items were handcrafted from various domestic hardwoods like fruitwood, boxwood, or mahogany, often featuring hand-carved decorative motifs, incised details, and sometimes inlaid panels or inscriptions.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit genuine signs of age such as hand-tool marks, natural wood patination, wear consistent with use, and traditional folk art motifs specific to regional British styles.

Displaying small wooden treen items on a bookshelf or mantelpiece adds texture, historical interest, and authentic craft to a room, especially within rustic or traditional schemes.

Preservation involves keeping wooden items out of direct sunlight and away from rapid humidity fluctuations, occasionally applying a microcrystalline wax to protect the natural finish without damaging the wood.