Sold 14 February 2026 · Opus Antiques

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Description

This interesting knitting sheath has both a carved open lantern with internal rod and above an open lantern with carved diamonds.

Nice shaped top and dated 1802 to the end.

For postage costs outside of the UK please contact us.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Treen Knitting Sheath to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

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SA1183865

Dealers Notes

Own a piece of history

Description

This interesting knitting sheath has both a carved open lantern with internal rod and above an open lantern with carved diamonds.

Nice shaped top and dated 1802 to the end.

For postage costs outside of the UK please contact us.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Antique Treen Knitting Sheath to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1183865

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Opus Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2014

Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectTreen
Period18th century
StyleFolk Art
MaterialHardwood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsNotch-carved geometric patterns, Pierced cage work, Inscribed date

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A knitting sheath is a traditional hand tool used historically by knitters, particularly in Northern England and Scotland, to anchor one of the knitting needles while working, allowing for faster and more ergonomic production.

These domestic items were typically hand-carved from locally sourced hardwoods such as boxwood, fruitwood, sycamore, or beech by craftspeople or courting sailors.

Authentic pieces generally display characteristic tool marks, deep patination from handling, hand-carved geometric or incised decorations like notch-carving, and occasionally inscribed dates or initials.

Such small historical artefacts look best displayed as part of a curated collection on a bookshelf, within a glazed cabinet, or mounted simply on a neutral background to highlight their sculptural form and texture.

Keep wooden items out of direct sunlight and away from rapid humidity changes. An occasional light application of microcrystalline wax can help nourish the timber without damaging the historic surface patina.