Sold 26 January 2025 · Opus Antiques

This “Antique Treen Novelty Needle Case - In the Shape of a Crocodile” found a buyer.

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Description

This is a 19th century treen novelty needle case carved in the shape of a crocodlie. It's in great condition with no damage. Note how all the scales, the head, the tail and the feet are so well carved.

It measures 13cm l.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Wooden Crocodile Needle Case to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1120166

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Description

It measures 13cm l.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Wooden Crocodile Needle Case to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1120166

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Opus Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2014

Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items

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United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

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ObjectDecorative Objects
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialBoxwood
ColourBrown
MotifsCarved scales, Hinged or slip-lid body, Detailed reptile head, Turned wooden construction

FAQs

Treen refers to small, functional wooden domestic objects made by turning, carving, or joining wood, popular from the 16th century onwards.

Makers commonly used dense hardwoods such as boxwood, fruitwood, walnut, and ebony to achieve fine detail and durability.

Authentication relies on examining tool marks, hand-carved details, natural timber ageing, and the presence of historic patina rather than modern machine finishing.

These small objects work well displayed on bookshelf shelves, mantelpieces, or inside glass cabinets as part of a curated collection of natural curiosities.

Preservation requires keeping wooden items out of direct sunlight and away from central heating sources to prevent cracking, occasionally treating them with microcrystalline wax.