Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
The main body unscrews and there is a spool inside for the string or more probably twine. This would be pulled out from the hole on the body of the hive. It stands on four feet to elevate it.
The box measures 12cm h x 7cm w.
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items
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