A Carved 18th Century Norwegian Peg Tankard

Description

Heading : A carved burr birch wood Norwegian peg tankard
Date : 18th century
Origin : Most probably Norway
Decoration : Carved thumbpiece & lid. Three carved feet and handle
Size :  Height 19cm.
Condition : Very good. a few indentations on the rim of the cover
Restoration : None
Weight : 472 grams 

This tankard would have been produced purely for ceremonial purposes. commonly weddings.  The main body is turned from a single piece of burr birch wood and incorporates three carved feet.  The domed lid. also turned from one piece of wood. has a  carved cover and a carved thumbpiece   The C-shaped handle is attached internally by wooden pegs and is decorated with a Nordic foliate design.