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Antique Treen Novelty Knitting Sheath - Shape of a Shoe
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Antique Treen Novelty Knitting Sheath - Shape of a Shoe

19th century
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Description

This is a  19 th century novelty knitting sheath in the form of a shoe, probably from Teesdale. and similar ones are featured in Dr Ian McFeeters book on knitting sheaths.

This knitting sheath is particularly unusual as it has quite an intricately carved sole.

There is a fine hole at the top for the needle point to go.

This sheath measures 19cm l x 5.3cmw at the widest part.

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Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Treen Knitting Sheath to the 19th Century.

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Description
This is a  19 th century novelty knitting sheath in the form of a shoe, probably from Teesdale. and similar ones are featured in Dr Ian McFeeters book on knitting sheaths.

This knitting sheath is particularly unusual as it has quite an intricately carved sole.

There is a fine hole at the top for the needle point to go.

This sheath measures 19cm l x 5.3cmw at the widest part.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Treen Knitting Sheath to the 19th Century.

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A carved wooden knitting sheath crafted in the shape of a shoe sole with a polished dark surface.
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Archive I A carved wooden knitting sheath crafted in the shape of a shoe sole with a polished dark surface.

Antique Treen Novelty Knitting Sheath - Shape of a Shoe

Archive II A carved wooden knitting sheath crafted in the shape of a shoe sole with a polished dark surface. View II
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Archive VII A carved wooden knitting sheath crafted in the shape of a shoe sole with a polished dark surface. View VII
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A carved wooden knitting sheath crafted in the shape of a shoe sole with a polished dark surface.
Antique Treen Novelty Knitting Sheath - shape of a shoe
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A carved wooden knitting sheath crafted in the shape of a shoe sole with a polished dark surface.
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A knitting sheath, sometimes referred to as a knitting stick, is a hand-carved wooden tool designed to be tucked into a waistband or belt to support one needle, allowing the knitter to work while standing or walking.

Knitting sheaths were predominantly carved from dense hardwoods such as boxwood, fruitwood, oak, or mahogany, which allowed for smooth finishes and fine carved details.

Authentic treen typically exhibits natural wear patterns, smooth handling patina, hand-carved tool marks, and shrinkage lines consistent with aging timber.

Small treen items serve as tactile decorative accents when displayed on open shelving, integrated into glass cloches, or arranged alongside vintage textile collections.

Keep wooden treen away from direct heat sources and damp environments, applying a light coat of microcrystalline wax or high-quality beeswax occasionally to maintain the surface timber.
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