It was listed by Opus Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
The shaft is square in section terminating in a ball to one end and to the other end there is a loop with one piece of a chain and a ball cage.
Decorated throughout with incised triangles.
One of the pillars at the back has been repaired/replaced.
A really lovely example of cumbrian folk art.
It measures 17cm l x 1cm w x 1cm d.
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Opus Antiques Profile Page
An Early Dated Knitting Sheath - 1743 - Treen
