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An Unusual Early Carved Wood Back Scratcher with White Metal Inlay Possibly Silver
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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An Unusual Early Carved Wood Back Scratcher with White Metal Inlay Possibly Silver

19th century
Description

A rare and unusual antique carved wood back scratcher inlaid with white metal in foliage form with a cylindrical stem which expands and flattens at distal end with one abrasive side,fluted knob at proximal end with a wonderful patina, as in Sir Henry Wellicome,s Museum. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
42.5cm (16.73")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Wood Back Scratcher to the 1800s.

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SA1060238
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Description
A rare and unusual antique carved wood back scratcher inlaid with white metal in foliage form with a cylindrical stem which expands and flattens at distal end with one abrasive side,fluted knob at proximal end with a wonderful patina, as in Sir Henry Wellicome,s Museum. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request
Height
42.5cm (16.73")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Wood Back Scratcher to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1060238
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle.
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Archive I A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle.

An Unusual Early Carved Wood Back Scratcher with White Metal Inlay Possibly Silver

Archive II A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle. View II
Archive III A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle. View III
Archive IV A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle. View IV
Archive V A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle. View V
Archive VI A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle. View VI
Archive VII A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle. View VII
Archive VIII A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle. View VIII
Archive IX A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle. View IX
Archive X A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle. View X
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

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A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle.
An unusual early carved wood back scratcher with white metal inlay possibly silver
Ref: SA1060238
A carved dark wood back scratcher featuring a cross-hatched textured paddle head and delicate floral silver inlay along the slender handle.
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Back scratchers have been used across various cultures for centuries as practical personal grooming tools. In Asian and Colonial traditions, crafted back scratchers were often decorated with detailed carving or wire inlay to function as status symbols as well as utility items.

Traditional back scratchers were crafted from dense hardwoods such as teak, ebony, or rosewood. Intricate examples frequently incorporated brass, bone, horn, or silver wire inlay embedded into carved grooves along the shaft.

Authentic period pieces display evidence of hand carving, such as slight irregularities in geometric patterns, along with natural patination on the wood. Metal inlays often show minor oxidisation and subtle variations in depth consistent with manual craftsmanship.

Small decorative objects such as carved scratchers can be displayed on a desk, mounted within a shadow box frame, or layered alongside books and brass objects on a bookshelf to add tactile interest.

Keep the item in a stable environment away from direct heat sources to prevent wood shrinkage, which can loosen the inlay. Dust gently with a soft dry cloth and avoid applying liquid polishes directly over delicate metal wirework.
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