CARVED WAFER DOUGH PRESS.

Circa 1840 possibly Pennsylvania. This unusual example of a large dough or cookie press carved with the figures of a stag and horse with pinwheel and a flower and vase decoration, with the incised date of 1840 in the center and with 2 sets of initials above the stag incised in script “DLS” above “MND”. All within a wide border of carved rondels of various design including a fanciful winged creatures, heart pinwheels and other geometric designs. All carved from the solid. SIZE: 11-1/2 – 12″ d. CONDITION: Press with natural uneven yet minor warping and with small areas of staining. Multiple small shrinkage cracks, one stabilized with small cleat fasteners. Carving otherwise remains crisp. Old surfaces with soft patina. Generally good. 49901-12 (1,500-1,800) – Lot 2144

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2144	$1,659.00	CARVED WAFER DOUGH PRESS. Circa 1840 possibly Pennsylvania. This unusual example of a large dough or cookie press carved with the figures of a stag and horse with pinwheel and a flower and vase decoration, with the incised date of 1840 in the center and with 2 sets of initials above the stag incised in script “DLS” above “MND”. All within a wide border of carved rondels of various design including a fanciful winged creatures, heart pinwheels and other geometric designs. All carved from the solid. SIZE: 11-1/2 – 12″ d. CONDITION: Press with natural uneven yet minor warping and with small areas of staining. Multiple small shrinkage cracks, one stabilized with small cleat fasteners. Carving otherwise remains crisp. Old surfaces with soft patina. Generally good. 49901-12 (1,500-1,800) – Lot 2144 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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CARVED WAFER DOUGH PRESS.