Antique Treen Snuff Box 19th Century

Name: An Antique Treen Folk Art Bird Snuff Box
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1154567
Price: 340 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectSnuff Boxes
Period19th century
StyleFolk Art
MaterialBurr Wood, Wood, Metal
ColourBrown
MotifsZoomorphic form, hand-carved details, flush metal hinge

This nineteenth-century folk art snuff box takes the zoomorphic form of a bird carved from burr wood in warm brown tones with a polished natural timber grain. Notable details include small carved feet, a flush metal hinge securing the integrated lid, and incised decorative lines along the body and wings. Measuring 16cm in length and 7.5cm in height, the piece sits neatly on a mantelpiece or desk. Originally designed for a gentleman's library as a table snuff box, this decorative object makes a charming small display piece in a home today. It functions well on a mantelpiece or a side table amongst books or small curiosities, bringing texture and traditional craftsmanship to an interior scheme.

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Treen refers to small, handmade functional items crafted entirely from wood, produced prior to the widespread availability of metal, glass, and plastic. Historically, treen items such as snuff boxes, spoons, and domestic vessels were carved from local timber for everyday personal use.

These items were carved from single pieces of native timber, such as fruitwood, boxwood, or burr wood. Snuff boxes frequently feature precisely fitted push-fit lids or integrated metal pin hinges designed to maintain an airtight seal for powdered tobacco.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural surface patination acquired from prolonged handling, subtle hand-tool marks from carving chisels, and minor timber shrinkage around joints or hinges consistent with age.

Treen objects serve as tactile decorative accents when displayed on bookshelves, mantelpieces, or desk tops, introducing natural timber grain and organic forms into contemporary or traditional decorative schemes.

Keep wooden items away from direct heat sources and fluctuating humidity to prevent timber movement or cracking. Apply a light layer of natural beeswax polish annually to protect the historical patina and timber surface.

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An Antique Treen Folk Art Bird Snuff Box