Sold 19 November 2024 · Opus Antiques

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Description

An early 1800s pocket nutmeg grater, made from coquilla nut and lignum vitae in the shape of a bucket with basket weave decoration There is also very .decorative engine turned carving to the lid. The grater inside unscrews for storage of nutmegs .C1820/30

The nutmeg grater measures 6.5cm h x 5cm w at the widest part.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Treen Nutmeg Grater to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1085118

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Description

The nutmeg grater measures 6.5cm h x 5cm w at the widest part.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Treen Nutmeg Grater to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1085118

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Opus Antiques

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Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectTreen
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialBoxwood, Hardwood
ColourDark Brown
MotifsLathe turned rings, Diamond diaper pattern, Reeded body

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Treen refers to small, functional, handmade wooden articles for domestic use, highly collectable from the 17th to the 19th centuries.

These items were typically turned on a lathe using dense hardwoods such as boxwood, lignum vitae, or fruitwood, often featuring intricate carved or reeded decoration.

Authenticity is determined by tool marks consistent with period lathe work, appropriate wear patterns, dry patination, and the correct internal rasp mechanism.

These objects add warmth and historical texture when displayed in groups on bookshelves, sideboards, or inside glazed cabinets.

Keep wooden treen away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent cracking, and occasionally treat with microcrystalline wax to maintain the finish.