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Antique Early Treen 19thc Brass & Mahogany Inlaid Knitting Sheath. English C1840-60
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Antique Early Treen 19thc Brass & Mahogany Inlaid Knitting Sheath. English C1840-60

19th century
Sold 19 February 2025 · Mark Seabrook Antiques
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A nicely made mid 19thc knitting sheath, made from mahogany of an attractive form and inlaid with two brass diamond shapes and a heart....all finished off with a brass collar around the top....it has gained a very good colour and patina has no damage or repairs.

English. C1840-60.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.3cm (0.51")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

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

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SA1117863
Dealers Internal Reference
MS 8085
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Description
A nicely made mid 19thc knitting sheath, made from mahogany of an attractive form and inlaid with two brass diamond shapes and a heart....all finished off with a brass collar around the top....it has gained a very good colour and patina has no damage or repairs.

English. C1840-60.

Height
1.3cm (0.51")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117863
Dealers Internal Ref
MS 8085
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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Archive I An upright antique mahogany knitting sheath featuring geometric brass inlay, including diamond and heart shapes, set against a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Early Treen 19thc Brass & Mahogany Inlaid Knitting Sheath. English C1840-60

Archive II An upright antique mahogany knitting sheath featuring geometric brass inlay, including diamond and heart shapes, set against a white background. View II
Archive III An upright antique mahogany knitting sheath featuring geometric brass inlay, including diamond and heart shapes, set against a white background. View III
Archive IV An upright antique mahogany knitting sheath featuring geometric brass inlay, including diamond and heart shapes, set against a white background. View IV
Archive V An upright antique mahogany knitting sheath featuring geometric brass inlay, including diamond and heart shapes, set against a white background. View V
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Mark Seabrook Antiques

Mark Seabrook Antiques
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Verified Since Apr 2020
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An upright antique mahogany knitting sheath featuring geometric brass inlay, including diamond and heart shapes, set against a white background.
Antique Early Treen 19thc Brass & Mahogany Inlaid Knitting Sheath. English C1840-60
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An upright antique mahogany knitting sheath featuring geometric brass inlay, including diamond and heart shapes, set against a white background.
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  • ObjectTreen & Sewing Tools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFolk Art
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass inlay, Geometric pique work, Carved socket head
  • SizeH 1.3 cm (1 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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A knitting sheath, also known as a knitting stick or belt, is a traditional domestic tool used historically in hand-knitting to support one of the needles, tucked into a belt or apron waist to increase knitting speed.

They were commonly carved from local hardwoods such as fruitwood, boxwood, mahogany, or sycamore, and frequently embellished with bone, horn, pewter, or brass inlays by makers or folk artisans.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carved tool marks, genuine wear patterns from frequent use, appropriate patination, and period-correct fastening methods, distinguishing them from modern reproductions.

Small treen objects can be displayed on bookshelves, mantelpieces, or inside glass cabinets as sculptural accent pieces that add warmth, texture, and historical narrative to contemporary schemes.

Maintain antique wooden items in stable environmental conditions away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity, occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the finish.
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