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Description

This is a late 1700's knitting sheath, very likely to be Welsh. On two sides are the name Mrs Green. The rest of it is decorated withX's, flowers and squares with crossed lines going through it.

It measures 20cm l.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Welsh Knitting Sheath to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1149400

Dealers Notes

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Description

This is a late 1700's knitting sheath, very likely to be Welsh. On two sides are the name Mrs Green. The rest of it is decorated withX's, flowers and squares with crossed lines going through it.

It measures 20cm l.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Welsh Knitting Sheath to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1149400

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Opus Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2014

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectTreen
Period18th century
StyleFolk Art
MaterialHardwood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsGeometric chip-carving, Notched patterns, Cylindrical socket

FAQs

A Welsh knitting sheath is a traditional domestic tool historically used in Wales to hold a knitting needle steady while working, allowing women to knit rapidly while walking or performing other tasks.

These pieces were typically hand-carved from local hardwoods such as boxwood, fruitwood, or sycamore, often featuring intricate geometric chip-carving crafted by hand.

Authentic items exhibit period-appropriate tool marks, natural patination from handling over generations, and wear consistent with age rather than artificial distress.

Displaying small folk art objects on open shelving, mantelpieces, or inside glass cabinets brings historical texture and organic warmth to contemporary spaces.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations, applying occasional light applications of specialist wax if needed.