Sold 15 April 2025 · Opus Antiques

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Description

An 18th centurt antique treen knitting sheath made from ash wood. This stick is decorated with X and religious symbols and the letter W.

This example probably originates from Teesdale and was probably used by gripping under the arm the flat thin section.

It measures 17cm l x 1.5cm w.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Treen Knitting Sheath to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

17cm (6.69")

Width

1.5cm (0.59")

Depth

1.5cm (0.59")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA917468

Dealers Notes

Own a piece of history

Description

An 18th centurt antique treen knitting sheath made from ash wood. This stick is decorated with X and religious symbols and the letter W.

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This example probably originates from Teesdale and was probably used by gripping under the arm the flat thin section.

Opus Antiques

It measures 17cm l x 1.5cm w.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Treen Knitting Sheath to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

17cm (6.69")

Width

1.5cm (0.59")

Depth

1.5cm (0.59")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA917468

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectTreen
Period18th century
StyleFolk Art
MaterialHardwood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsChip-carved geometric patterns, Incised cross-hatching, Hand-turned wooden profile
SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 1.5 cm (1 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

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A knitting sheath is a traditional domestic tool used primarily in northern Britain to anchor one needle under the arm or waistband, enabling faster, more efficient knitting while standing or walking.

These items were typically hand-carved from dense local hardwoods such as boxwood, fruitwood, or sycamore, often featuring chip-carved, incised, or turned geometric ornamentation crafted by folk artisans or courting suitors.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural patination, tool marks consistent with hand-working, and historical wear patterns from friction against knitting needles and clothing, distinguishing them from modern decorative replicas.

Small treen objects can be displayed within a collection on open shelving, within a glazed cabinet, or laid flat on a surface as a point of historical interest alongside modern ceramics.

Preserve wooden treen by keeping it away from direct sunlight, maintaining stable relative humidity to prevent splitting, and occasionally treating the surface with microcrystalline wax rather than liquid oils.