Rare
Antique 19th Century Carved Bog Oak Irish Harp Shamrocks Motifs
DESCRIPTION
Please find offered for sale an
antique treen carving of a Celtic harp musical instrument, with shamrock
carving. Hand carved of ancient, fossilized bog Oak wood and bought as a
Victorian era souvenir of Ireland. The harp is a very nice example and a good size,
standing 11.5cm. With no damage this piece is intricately carved with several beautiful
and traditional designs and Shamrock motifs. Dating to the 1800s.
The Irish Harp
The harps
presence in Ireland dates back over a thousand years. It can be seen in
manuscripts and Christian stone crosses, which date back to the 8th century.
In old Gaelic society, Chieftains would not go far without their entourage
which included a bard and a harper.
The Harpers often
studied for decades and were the centre of Gaelic social life. They were valued
so much, that their nails on their fingers which were used for plucking the
wire strings were protected under Breton Law.
Down through the
years many diverse organisations and groups have given the harp on the National
Flag different backgrounds and colours. It was used in the late 18th century as
a political symbol.
Today the harp
continues to be used by Government Departments and political parties, as well
as Irish companies like Guinness and Ryanair, the Presidential Seal, Irish
Passports etc.
I am slowly
selling off my collection so please save my seller profile if you are
interested in seeing more.
DIMENSIONS
Height 11.5cm,
Width at Widest Point 5.5cm, Total Weight 85.4g
All measurements
are approximate.
Please take a look at the photographs
and if you have any questions then please do not hesitate to contact me. Please
take your time to look at the photographs as these also form part of the
description.
CONDITION The harp is in very good condition overall
with no obvious damage. Any other surface wear or light surface scratching is
commensurate with the obvious age of the pieces and handling over time. Please
take a look at the photographs and if you have any questions then please do not
hesitate to contact me.
Re Condition - I
always describe items to the absolute best of my ability and I am not an
expert. Vintage items are not brand new and will always show signs of use and
wear commensurate with age. Please see the pictures provided to satisfy
yourself as to the condition. ‘Buy it Now’ listing as seen with no
returns. Thank you for looking at my listing.
Great addition for the collector of period
Bog Oak or Irish Carvings.
Please kindly take a look at my
other items.
I am selling off a large collection
and will list new items over time.
POSTAGE All items are always sent tracked and signed
for. Price shown and quoted is for the UK only unless shown. If you wish to
have this item posted outside the UK worldwide, please message me for a price
unless shown on the listing.
PAYMENT Please note whilst most experiences with
buyers are extremely pleasant, I have unfortunately had some items recently
that have received bids with no subsequent payment. Please only bid if you
intend to purchase and send payment WITHIN 48 HRS OF LISTING END. Non-payment
within this time will be raised with eBay as non-payment and bids cancelled.