Domestic object - Knitting Needle Holder, c.1950's

Historical information

Treen is defined as small, utilitarian wooden ware, often handmade by local turners or carpenters. A "treen wooden case" refers to a small, handmade container, box, or vessel crafted from wood, typically designed for functional household use rather than as furniture. These cases were historically used to store small, personal, or valuable items. Examples include snuff boxes, needle cases, sewing containers, spice pots, pill boxes, or even cases for spectacles.

Physical description

A vintage wooden turned two piece treen needle case with six rusted steel knitting needles inside the holder.

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