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Scottish Lignum Vitae CarpetLawn Ball

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

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.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Ignum Vitae wood
Condition:	Good. Overall good condition with anticipated signs of use and patina.
Styles / Movements:	Bespoke, Traditional, Victorian
Patterns:	Contemporary/Modern, Handmade, Modern
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.carpetI
Incollect Reference #:	428400

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;

Message from Seller:

MJH Design Arts reflects the broad and refined decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri, whose decades spent across Mexico, Spain, Asia, the East Coast, and the South inform a collection rooted in culture, history, and exceptional design. For inquiries, please contact 714.401.0556 or mjhdesignarts@gmail.com

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