Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
These were used when fitted wigs were the height of fashion amongst gentleman, judges and military officers.
Interestingly in 1795 Britain introduced a tax on hair powder, which led to the sharp decline of powdered wig use — this helps date many powderers to pre-1800.
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items
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Antique Treen Georgian Wig Powdering Carrot
