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Highlander Tobacco Figure
Rumble Antiques
for sale €2,106     $2,286
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Highlander Tobacco Figure

18th century
For Sale by Rumble Antiques
Description

A Highlander snuff taker usually found posted outside the local tobacconist shop. Late 18th century.

After the “Act of Union” between England and Scotland in 1707, Glasgow became one of the chief ports for the importation of American tobbaco. This Scot is holding a snuff mull and proffering snuff.

​Some touching up and old repair.

Measurements: 88cm h x 35cm w

​For more photos or a more detailed condition report on any of these pieces please contact us any time

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Rumble Antiques has dated this Carved Tobacconist Highlander Figure to the 18th Century.

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A Highlander snuff taker usually found posted outside the local tobacconist shop. Late 18th century.
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After the “Act of Union” between England and Scotland in 1707, Glasgow became one of the chief ports for the importation of American tobbaco.
Rumble Antiques

This Scot is holding a snuff mull and proffering snuff.

​Some touching up and old repair.

Measurements: 88cm h x 35cm w

​For more photos or a more detailed condition report on any of these pieces please contact us any time

Date of Manufacture

Rumble Antiques has dated this Carved Tobacconist Highlander Figure to the 18th Century.

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Rumble Antiques
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Town and country furniture especially early walnut

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A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet.
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Archive I A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet.

Highlander tobacco figure

Archive II A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet. View II
Archive III A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet. View III
Archive IV A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet. View IV
Archive V A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet. View V
Archive VI A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet. View VI
Archive VII A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet. View VII
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Archive IX A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet. View IX
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Telephone 01736 810033 or 07778 917300
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Tregonebris Old Farm
Sancreed
Penzance
Cornwall
TR208RQ
United Kingdom
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A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet.
Highlander tobacco figure
Ref: SA1228440
A carved and painted wooden figure of a Scottish Highlander soldier wearing a red jacket, kilt, and feathered bonnet.
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Tobacconist Highlander figures were commercial trade advertising signs displayed outside British tobacconists from the eighteenth century to indicate the sale of snuff and tobacco.

Most traditional figures were hand-carved from solid timber blocks and finished with polychrome paint, often detailing military uniforms and Highland dress.

Authentic period figures feature hand-carved wood grain, multiple layered applications of polychrome paint, natural shrinkage cracks, and wear consistent with commercial display.

Position the figure on a sideboard, shelf, or mantlepiece to serve as a sculptural focal point within a traditional or eclectic interior scheme.

Keep the sculpture away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent paint flaking and timber movement, dusting gently with a soft dry brush.
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