Rare Ovoid Root Wood Domestic Bowl

Dug out and Richly Coloured Burr Birchwood
Comprehensively Branded and Carved to Underside
“LIMA – OIS -  OOS – BISKOBS – N - 1867 “

Sweden c. 1867

8” high x 12” wide x 7” deep

Condition: Wonderful sculptural and well patinated root wood bowl comprehensively branded and carved to the underside with maker’s and owners initials and names and carved with the date 1867. This great example is hewn from a single large block of root burr birch wood and  has a wonderful rich chestnut skin colour. It is in excellent working condition and boasts a rich working patina.

Ref: 7316


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