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20th Century Art Deco Karelian Birch String Ball
Baggott & Co.
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20th Century Art Deco Karelian Birch String Ball

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Baggott & Co.
Description

An Art Deco Karelian birch string ball

Turned sphere of Karelian birch formed in two parts that screw together, opens to a void interior for the string, brass ferrule to the top and a trio of brass balls as feet.

English, early 20th century

Karelian birch is a burr wood from a species of birch tree found in the Karelian region between Finland and Russia. Similar in style to birdseye maple and also called 'curly birch', distinctive for its flame curls. Used for highly decorative pieces, in Russia a favourite of the Tsars for Imperial furniture.

H: 4" (10cm), Di: 3" (7.5cm).

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Baggott & Co. has dated this Karelian Birch String Holder to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1206208
Dealers Internal Reference
BCSL2898
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England:

Huntsman’s Yard, Sheep Street, Stow on the Wold, GL54 1AA

01451 830 370

Scotland:

Keepers House, Auchencairn, Castle Douglas, DG7 1QZ

07881 823 369

Description
An Art Deco Karelian birch string ball
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Turned sphere of Karelian birch formed in two parts that screw together, opens to a void interior for the string, brass ferrule to the top and a trio of brass balls as feet.
Baggott & Co.
fig 1. A spherical Karelian birch wooden string holder raised on three brass ball feet with a red string issuing from the top opening.
fig 1. 20th Century Art Deco Karelian Birch String Ball

English, early 20th century

Karelian birch is a burr wood from a species of birch tree found in the Karelian region between Finland and Russia. Similar in style to birdseye maple and also called 'curly birch', distinctive for its flame curls. Used for highly decorative pieces, in Russia a favourite of the Tsars for Imperial furniture.

H: 4" (10cm), Di: 3" (7.5cm).

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Baggott & Co. has dated this Karelian Birch String Holder to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1206208
Dealers Internal Ref
BCSL2898
Baggott & Co.
Baggott & Co.
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Archive I A spherical Karelian birch wooden string holder raised on three brass ball feet with a red string issuing from the top opening.

20th century Art Deco Karelian birch string ball

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Baggott & Co.
Telephone 07881 823 369
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Two locations:

Huntsmans Yard
Sheep Street
Stow-on-the-Wold
Gloucestershire
GL54 1AA

The Keepers House
Auchencairn
Castle Douglas
DG7 1QZ

United Kingdom
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A spherical Karelian birch wooden string holder raised on three brass ball feet with a red string issuing from the top opening.
20th century Art Deco Karelian birch string ball
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A spherical Karelian birch wooden string holder raised on three brass ball feet with a red string issuing from the top opening.
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During the Art Deco movement of the 1920s and 1930s, utilitarian office items were elevated into decorative objects. Craftsmen utilized geometric forms, exotic timber veneers, and polished metal fittings to create streamlined desk accessories suitable for modern interiors.

Twentieth-century string holders were typically constructed from turned hardwoods such as birch, walnut, or mahogany, often features brass apertures for string dispensing and brass tripod feet for stability.

Authentic Karelian birch is distinguished by its highly figured, marbled grain pattern with characteristic dark curl marks and swirling burl texture. Genuine period pieces will also exhibit natural age wear to the timber finish and patinated metal components.

An antique wooden string holder functions as a tactile accent when placed on an office desk, console table, or library shelf. It pairs well with modern stationary, brass desk lamps, and leather-bound books.

To preserve turned wood objects, wipe them with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish occasionally. Keep the item away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and damp environments to prevent timber shrinkage or cracking.
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