Lot 366 , An 18th/19th century lignum vitae wassail bowl and a circular mahogany tobacco box, largest 18cm high

An 18th/19th century lignum vitae wassail bowl and a circular mahogany tobacco box, largest 18cm high

An 18th/19th century lignum vitae wassail bowl and a circular mahogany tobacco box, largest 18cm high
£60-80

Condition:
Wassail bowl has been used, showing evidence of liquid damage, i.e. stains, light splits, discolouration; neckrim out of shape in one 6cm section; circular base similarly liquid-stained; 17.7cm high, 17.6cm diameter at top, foot 14.7cm diameter. Circular box perhaps for tobacco with heavy lead internal cover, if this is original to the box - seems a fraction small; box with three opposing light splits, not threatening the structure; cover good; lead internal cover handle glue re-attached; 16.8cm high, base diameter 13cm; interior diameter 9.1cm.

Sold for £950