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An attractive lignum vitae capstan shaped go to bed in two sections, having a screw thread and a circular carved striking area on the base. The interior was used for the storage of matches and the top has a small hole for the match. These were also used as a desk item to melt sealing wax for letters. The whole has a good rich colour and patination.

 

English Circa 1840

Dimensions

3¾ in. (9.5 cm.) High 1¾ in. (4.5 cm.) Diameter




This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance

Stock number

S/2624
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