Early Handled Ale Tankard Turned and carved Burr yew Wood Retaining the Original Silver Metal Mount English, c.1720
52 high x 5 ¾" wide x 4" deep
Early English wooden Tankards and Jugs with carved handles are exceptionally rare. This fine example is turned and carved from a specimen piece of solid burr yew wood, a particularly hard and durable timber that develops a rich lustrous patina.
