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Rare 18th Century Witches Mark Carved Oak Panel
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Rare 18th Century Witches Mark Carved Oak Panel

18th century
Sold 21 October 2024 · Karen Tarleton
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Rare 18th Century Witches or Apotropaic Mark Carved Oak Panel. These marks have been found in many historic places, from Medieval Churches to houses barns and caves. These marks were usually scribed onto stone or woodwork near building entrance points particularly doorways, windows and fireplaces to protect inhabitants and visitors from witches and evil spirits I have three panels for sale. Please view my other interesting items.

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Karen

07866 475069

Date of Manufacture

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Oak Panel to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
29.5cm (11.61")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
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SA1100753
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Rare 18th Century Witches or Apotropaic Mark Carved Oak Panel.
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These marks have been found in many historic places, from Medieval Churches to houses barns and caves.
Karen Tarleton

These marks were usually scribed onto stone or woodwork near building entrance points particularly doorways, windows and fireplaces to protect inhabitants and visitors from witches and evil spirits I have three panels for sale. Please view my other interesting items.

Many thanks

Karen

07866 475069

Date of Manufacture

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Oak Panel to the 18th Century.

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
29.5cm (11.61")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1100753
Karen Tarleton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011
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Karen Tarleton
Telephone 07866 475069
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Misterton
Somerset
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Mar 2011
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Karen Tarleton
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A square dark oak panel featuring a circular carved hexafoil daisy wheel design with punchwork details.
Rare 18th Century Witches Mark Carved Oak Panel
Ref: SA1100753
A square dark oak panel featuring a circular carved hexafoil daisy wheel design with punchwork details.
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  • ObjectArchitectural Salvage
  • Period18th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsHexafoil daisy wheel, Compass-drawn geometry, Punchwork detailing, Incised linear carving
  • SizeH 33 cm (13 in) x W 29.5 cm (12 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

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Apotropaic marks, often called witches marks, are ritualistic symbols carved into timber buildings and furniture during past centuries to ward off evil spirits and protect households from misfortune.

These pieces were typically crafted from native British hardwoods like English oak, utilizing hand-forged gouges and chisels to create deep relief incisions directly into the timber.

Authenticity is determined by examining the patination, tool mark consistency, timber shrinkage, and evidence of historic joinery or iron nail holes consistent with centuries of age.

These textured artefacts look striking when mounted directly onto neutral walls or displayed on specialist stands, bringing historical depth and tactile contrast to contemporary spaces.

Preservation requires keeping the timber away from direct heat sources and sudden humidity changes, occasionally treating the surface with microcrystalline wax to protect the dry historic patina.
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