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19th Century American Ball of String Holder

$375

£280.32

€323.36

CA$525

A$554.75

CHF 298.35

MX$6,641.39

NOK 3,737.94

SEK 3,423.41

DKK 2,415.11

About the Item

A whimsical 19th century American string holder in shape of a ball of string. The weight of the holder keeps it in place, but opens up when picked up. We have a similar one in our kitchen that we use to truss chickens, tie bundles of herbs for cooking, or to wrap packages with.

Dimensions:
Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
Style:
Country (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Iron
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Traces of old chippy paint.
Seller Location:
Chicago, IL
Reference Number:
Seller: RIGHTPROPER02551stDibs: LU3738313506522

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