Pair of 19th century English turned wooden vessels, comprising a lignum vitae drinking cup and a treen salt cup. Fine antique treen with beautiful colour and patina.
A charming pair of 19th century English treen vessels, comprising a beautifully turned lignum vitae drinking cup and a traditional wooden salt cup. Both pieces display the simplicity, functionality and craftsmanship for which English treen has long been admired.
The drinking cup is finely turned from dense lignum vitae, one of the hardest and most durable timbers, prized for its rich colour, smooth texture and exceptional wear resistance. It has developed a deep, lustrous patina through years of careful use, highlighting the natural beauty of the wood.
Accompanying it is a delightful 19th century salt cup, turned in fruitwood with pleasing proportions and a warm, mellow colour. Originally intended for use at the dining table, it possesses the understated elegance characteristic of everyday domestic wares of the period.
Both pieces remain in excellent condition with an attractive untouched patina, making them a delightful addition to any collection of English treen or traditional country antiques. Their honest character and timeless appeal perfectly reflect the enduring beauty of handcrafted wooden objects from the 19th century.