Description
A 19th Century Chip Carved Treen Knitting Sheath with Chain and Hook (A/F) similar to the work of Timothy Tarn of Teesdale. The needle holder located in an octagonal post carved with stylised leaves and geometric diaper-work above a wrythen fluted screw thread section. The chain carved from a single piece (broken) with a swivel link to the centre and a square twin-hooked pendant to the end, 14 in (35.5 cm) in length.