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Early Dated 1661 Fine Oak Chip Carved Dutch Mangle Board.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

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Early Dated 1661 Fine Oak Chip Carved Dutch Mangle Board.

17th century
Description

Early Dated 1661 Fine Oak Chip Carved Dutch Mangle Board.

Carved with the names of the groom and bride and the name of the carver including the date 1661.

Fully carved with different ornaments, in original used condition with beautiful original patination.

No repairs or missing pieces.

Dutch 17th century.

76cm high, 11.5cm wide.

Price: £575,—

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Declaration

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Carved Oak Mangle Board to the 17th Century.

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SA1107689
Description
Early Dated 1661 Fine Oak Chip Carved Dutch Mangle Board.

Carved with the names of the groom and bride and the name of the carver including the date 1661.

Fully carved with different ornaments, in original used condition with beautiful original patination.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

No repairs or missing pieces.

Dutch 17th century.

76cm high, 11.5cm wide.

Price: £575,—

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Carved Oak Mangle Board to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1107689
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

For the new collector and the museum director.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland Profile Page

Trade Associations

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A long, narrow dark oak mangle board featuring detailed geometric chip carving, carved text bands, and a shaped top handle.
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A long, narrow dark oak mangle board featuring detailed geometric chip carving, carved text bands, and a shaped top handle.
Early Dated 1661 Fine Oak Chip Carved Dutch Mangle Board.
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A long, narrow dark oak mangle board featuring detailed geometric chip carving, carved text bands, and a shaped top handle.
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A mangle board is a carved wooden implement traditionally used in Northern and Western Europe alongside a rolling pin to smooth damp linen fabric prior to the invention of electric irons. Often carved by suitors as courtship gifts or love tokens, these functional items frequently featured dates, initials, and symbolic folk motifs.

Mangle boards were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as oak, beech, or pine to withstand heavy mechanical pressure during use. Construction involved hand-planing a single board and decorating the upper surface with relief carving, chip carving, and carved handles.

Authentic 17th-century mangle boards show natural wear on the smooth underside, uneven hand-tooling marks, and deep patination within the carved recesses. Inscriptions, dates, and heraldic or geometric chip-carving styles consistent with period regional traditions also indicate authenticity.

A mangle board can be mounted vertically on a narrow wall space, displayed in a gallery wall grouping, or positioned upright on a deep mantelpiece or sideboard. Its vertical proportion and textured relief carving make it an effective tactile accent against neutral backdrop walls.

Dust the carved recesses regularly using a soft brush or a vacuum with a soft brush attachment. Preserve the wood finish by applying a thin layer of natural beeswax paste annually, avoiding water contact and direct heat sources to prevent cracking.
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