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Scottish Lignum Vitae CarpetLawn Ball

Origin

United States

Period

1900-1919

Materials

Ignum Vitae wood

Dimensions

W.	7 in;	H.	9.5 in;	D.	5 in;	Diam.	5 in;
W.	17.78 cm;	H.	24.13 cm;	D.	12.7 cm;	Diam.	12.7 cm;

Condition

Good. Overall good condition with anticipated signs of use and patina.

Description

This a good example of a 19th century Scottish Lignum Vitae carpet or lawn ball. Lignum Vitae is one of the hardest woods and has always been the wood of choice for carpet, lawn and bocce balls. The ball is detailed with the inlaid engraved bone initials "SA" at one side and a bone circle a the other. Additionally, the ball is incised signed by the Scottish maker.

Styles / Movements

Bespoke, Traditional, Victorian

Patterns

Contemporary/Modern, Handmade, Modern

Dealer Reference Number

mjhdesignarts.carpetI

Incollect Reference Number

428400