A LARGE TURNED SYCAMORE DAIRY BOWL, 18TH CENTURY |

with an old metal bracket repair and later tin liner

Inventory of the Property of Guy O. Smith at Shottesbrooke Park, 1928, vol. I, possibly 'House maids Closet / Wooden Bowl'

A charming piece in 'country house' condition. The metal bracket repair to break is secure, with loss and localised filler to damage around break. Age split to bottom of bowl and evidence of water damage. Generally with old marks and scratches and evidence of old worm damage to underside which no longer appears to be active. Tin liner worn and with small hole to bottom.
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