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 18th Century.
This circular spice box has a screw on lid and has incised line decoration to the lid. The lid does have a slight warp on closing but does screws down closed.
It dates from the mid 1700s and hence has developed a lovely colour and patina to it.
It is turned from sycamore.
There are a few very, very old woodworm holes, inactive, to the lid.
A great piece of treen full of charm.
It measures 14cm w x 4.5cm h excluding the knob.
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items
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Antique Treen Spice Box - From Dr Reckless Collection
