Garnet Counterweight Rushnip Holder on Turned Pine Base - Antique Associated At West Townsend

Garnet Counterweight Rushnip Holder on Turned Pine Base

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Forged wrought iron rushnip holder with narrow jaws, a straight stem, and a curved arm terminating in a faceted garnet-form counterweight. Mounted in a turned pine base with concentric turned decoration.

Item Date: Late 18th - Early 19th Century

Measurement: 10”

Material: Forged wrought iron and turned pine.

Item Condition: The turned pine base exhibits significant shrinkage with a full-length vertical split, losses around the lower perimeter, and numerous historic pesting. Remnants of a deep and robust patina on the base.

Price: $675

SKU 1661-31

For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.