{"product_id":"early-19th-century-fruitwood-string-holder-and-cutter-7","title":"Early 19th-Century Fruitwood String Holder and Cutter - 7\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA charming and unusual fruitwood string holder and cutter dating to around 1820, turned in a simple cylindrical form and fitted with its original iron cutting mechanism. The lid is topped with a small turned finial and pierced to allow the string to pass through, while the cast metal cutter features a discreet integrated blade framed within a neoclassical laurel wreath motif, a refined decorative detail that elevates this otherwise humble domestic object. The pull-off lid lifts away to reveal the spool of string neatly housed inside, a practical and elegantly simple design. Over time, the fruitwood has mellowed beautifully to rich honey and chestnut tones, with small marks and wear entirely consistent with age and use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eObjects of this type were once common utilitarian fixtures in kitchens, workshops, and shops, and today make wonderfully characterful additions to a kitchen, potting bench, wrapping station, or collection of treen and domestic antiques. Although the blade currently needs sharpening, it could certainly be restored to a fully functional state. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 7\" high x 5\" diameter \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 18cm high x 13cm diameter\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53518328496466,"sku":"24577","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC03651_9540525e-b339-43e9-a334-18c1808bfc90.jpg?v=1779357405","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/early-19th-century-fruitwood-string-holder-and-cutter-7","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}