Price
£625.00This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance
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A fine early seventeenth century bodkin with ear scoop made circa 1625.This early piece is in very good condition and is struck with an indistinct makers mark . It is finely engraved in typical naive early style and bears the original owners initials.Bodkins were used to thread bands of yarn through all types of clothing.The scoop at the end was to pick out ear wax which was then used to facilitate the smoothing of the thread.
Dimensions
Length14.5 cmsWeight
O.365 Troy ozsCondition report
GoodStock number
W254x3The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
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