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200 Lexington Ave
New York City, NY 10016 , United States
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Lignum Vitae String Box
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Description
Good mid 19th Century English turned Lignum Vitae wood string box of pillar form, the lid and body turned from a single block of timber, the top with string dispensing nipple which unscrews to allow refilling container, the whole with good rich color and patination.
Lignum Vitae, or “Wood of Life” a native species from the Carribbean and Northern South American coast, has long been prized for its beauty, density and its ability to be turned an polished. String boxes were a necessity in Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian households as any parcel (including the Sunday Roast) would require binding in string - before the advent of tape (plus tape isn’t very pleasant on roast meat!) -
More Information
Origin: England Period: 19th Century Materials: Lignum Vitae Condition: Good. Minor checking and wear Creation Date: 1840 Styles / Movements: Turned Wood, Traditional 200 Lex Booth #: 13 Dealer Reference #: ckbbcxraiepa Incollect Reference #: 411683 -
Dimensions
H. 5 in; Diam. 4 in; H. 12.7 cm; Diam. 10.16 cm;
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