Two Bentwood Horsehair Sieves, Likely Shaker Made Sifters - Antique Associated At West Townsend

Two Bentwood Horsehair Sieves, Likely Shaker Made Sifters

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The smaller sieve is out-of-round and features opposing tapered fingers; clinched copper tack joinery. The larger example is of simple tapered lap construction joined by clinched iron tacks.

Item Date: 1840 - 1870

Measurement: Height: 1.75"; Diameter: 4.25"; Smaller: Height: 1"; Diameter: 2.75"

Material: Woven horsehair mesh, butternut and maple

Item Condition: Both are very good

Price: $675

SKU 1072-169

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