Description
A late 17th Century English antique leather costrel of unusually large size.
Provenance – From the contents of Doughton Manor, Gloucestershire, England. The house was originally constructed in 1594 (see the image in the gallery).
The costrel was used as a flask for the carriage of water or other liquids.
Made from hand-stitched leather and of typical form. The shoulders pierced by a thong and the main body retaining traces of pushed decoration.
The leather has developed a lovely patina and hardness over the passage of time.
Condition – Please refer to the images. There is surface wear commensurate with age and an age-related minor tear to one corner. A further detailed condition report is available upon request.
Size: Height 25 cm x Width 21 cm x Depth 18 cm (10″ x 8 1/4″ x 7″)
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