A finely turned 19th century tobacco jar with a fitted lid, made in alternating sections of contrasting fruitwood and walnut.
The jar was constructed using the traditional staved technique, in which narrow vertical sections of wood were carefully joined before the vessel was turned on a lathe. This creates the striking striped pattern that follows the elegant curves of the body and domed lid.
The richly moulded profile, turned finial and contrasting natural tones of the woods give the jar a particularly decorative character. The polished surface has developed a beautiful warm patina.
A striking early 18th century turned wooden tobacco jar, striking early 18th century turned wooden tobacco jar, finely crafted in alternating bands of contrasting woods, likely including fruitwood, walnut and possibly laburnum or olivewood, creating a bold striped decorative effect. The beautifully stepped domed lid with turned finial and strong sculptural form reflect the craftsmanship of the period, combining practicality with decorative sophistication. Traditionally used for storing tobacco, this rare and characterful piece is an excellent example of early treen, valued for both its rich patina and visually distinctive use of multiple timbers. including fruitwood, walnut and possibly laburnum or olivewood, creating a bold striped decorative effect. The beautifully stepped domed lid with turned finial and strong sculptural form reflect the craftsmanship of the period, combining practicality with decorative sophistication. Traditionally used for storing tobacco, this rare and characterful piece is an excellent example of early treen, valued for both its rich patina and visually distinctive use of multiple timbers.