Newsum Antiques
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Face tobacco pot A fabulous primitive folk art burr wood carved tobacco pot, in the form of a bearded face with crumpled hat, rough hewn animated features and glass beaded eyes. A release button in the forehead allows the hinged hat to lift up accessing the contents inside. A knot hole to one side has dropped out and a leather patch has been nailed to the inside as simple running repair. Crafted from red stained birch with a rich dark patination. Northern European, circa 1850. 21cm high, 16cm front to back. G8.2 LKE £1750 If you are interested in this item please email mark@newsumantiques.co.uk or in the UK ring 079 6819 6668. |
