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A 19th century Scottish quaich probably turned from fruitwood.

These drinking vessels were shallow in form and usually have two lugs or handles. They were used for drinking whisky and brandy from and were often used for celebrations. Note that these wonderful Scottish drinking vessels were often used in the family context and are therefore small. you just took a sip and passed it on.

It measures 8cm incl the handles w. It has a small  repair to one of the handles.

This piece has a good colour and patina ,

 

The word quaich comes from Cuach which is the Gaelic word for cup.Scotland’s cup of friendship, invented in the Scottish Highlands, has been used throughout the centuries to offer a welcoming drink in the form of whisky at clan gatherings and family occasions as well as to greet friends and visitors.At weddings the Quaich is seen as a symbol of the shared love between a wedding couple and in christenings it is offered as a drink to the health of the child.

Antique Treen Scottish Quaich - friendship cups

£115.00Price
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    The word Treen is derived from the word tree and is a term used to describe wooden household objects, all turned from one piece of wood e.g. a bowl, plate, gingerbread mould, and spoons, always having a function.

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    When a piece of wood has been painstakingly turned or carved, handled, polished and loved over a few hundred years old, it can develop a wonderful colour and patina and becomes an irresistible piece of Antique Treen.

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