Furniture & Works of Art - 11 Nov 2008

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A 19th century rosewood and brass galleried beer coaster

£250 - £350 £260

A 19th century rosewood and brass galleried beer coaster, of waisted form and raised on brass roller castors, possibly colonial, 2.25in (6cm) h, 18in (46cm) l. These coasters of a figure of 8 form were used in servant's halls and taverns, the larger end would accommodate the blackjack, the other the tankards or mugs. The use of a hardwood and lack of beading may suggest colonial manufacture.

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