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Antique Early Treen 18thc Beech Carved Dated Pipe Tamper. English Dated 1797.
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Antique Early Treen 18thc Beech Carved Dated Pipe Tamper. English Dated 1797.

18th century
Sold 14 January 2025 · Mark Seabrook Antiques
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This is a rarity....an 18thc pipe tamper made from beech, with a sextant carved on the front ( probably belonging to a sailor) and an early date of 1797 on the reverse....I really like how the tamping end has got blackened from years of use and how the whole pipe tamper has gained a wonderful natural colour....in very good condition.

English. C1797.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
7.1cm (2.80")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Declaration

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Pipe Tamper to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1115541
Dealers Internal Reference
MS 8192
Dealers Notes

Payment can be made by Bank Transfer , all you will need are my Bank Details, which I will send you or off line by Credit / Debit card ,..... e-mail or telephone your card details (long card number, expiry date and three security digits on the reverse of the card) through to me and I will do the rest .

Please quote the Internal Reference Number to identify the item you are enquiring about....thank you.

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This is a rarity....
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an 18thc pipe tamper made from beech, with a sextant carved on the front ( probably belonging to a sailor) and an early date of 1797 on the reverse.
Mark Seabrook Antiques

...I really like how the tamping end has got blackened from years of use and how the whole pipe tamper has gained a wonderful natural colour....in very good condition.

English. C1797.

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
7.1cm (2.80")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Pipe Tamper to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1115541
Dealers Internal Ref
MS 8192
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Specialising in 17/18thc oak & country furniture, antique treen, early metalware & english pottery.

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An isolated vertical view of a small, hand-carved wooden pipe tamper displaying a dark patina and linear incised detailing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An isolated vertical view of a small, hand-carved wooden pipe tamper displaying a dark patina and linear incised detailing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Early Treen 18thc Beech Carved Dated Pipe Tamper. English Dated 1797.

Archive II An isolated vertical view of a small, hand-carved wooden pipe tamper displaying a dark patina and linear incised detailing. View II
Archive III An isolated vertical view of a small, hand-carved wooden pipe tamper displaying a dark patina and linear incised detailing. View III
Archive IV An isolated vertical view of a small, hand-carved wooden pipe tamper displaying a dark patina and linear incised detailing. View IV
Archive V An isolated vertical view of a small, hand-carved wooden pipe tamper displaying a dark patina and linear incised detailing. View V
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Mark Seabrook Antiques

Mark Seabrook Antiques
Telephone 07770 721931
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Bedfordshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Apr 2020
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An isolated vertical view of a small, hand-carved wooden pipe tamper displaying a dark patina and linear incised detailing.
Antique Early Treen 18thc Beech Carved Dated Pipe Tamper. English Dated 1797.
Ref: SA1115541
An isolated vertical view of a small, hand-carved wooden pipe tamper displaying a dark patina and linear incised detailing.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTreen
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBeech
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsHand-carved details, Incised linear decoration, Turned wooden shaft
  • SizeH 1 cm (0 in) x W 7.1 cm (3 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Treen encompasses small, functional wooden household objects and personal items crafted before the widespread use of plastics. While produced across many centuries, items from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries are particularly sought after by collectors for their hand-carved characteristics.

Pipe tampers were typically hand-carved from dense local hardwoods such as boxwood, beech, fruitwood, and lignum vitae. Craftsmen utilised simple hand tools, lathes, and chip-carving techniques to shape the wood, often incorporating personal initials, dates, or decorative motifs.

Authentic pieces exhibit tool marks consistent with period craftsmanship, natural wear patterns, and a dry, historic patina acquired through decades of handling. Examination under magnification often reveals age-related shrinkage, oxidation, and wood grain characteristics typical of early timbers.

These tactile objects work well displayed in small clusters on bookshelf displays, within glass-fronted cabinets, or styled on desk surfaces alongside other historical artifacts. Their organic textures and miniature scale provide a subtle focal point in curated interiors.

Preserve wooden treen by keeping it away from direct sunlight, central heating sources, and extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking. Occasional gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth is sufficient; modern chemical polishes and oils should generally be avoided.
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