Antique Swedish Mangle Board Love Token with Carvings, 1785

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Antique Swedish Mangle Board Love Token with Carvings from 1785. Made in Sweden.

Swedish folk art board with a carved … Read more Antique Swedish Mangle Board Love Token with Carvings from 1785. Made in Sweden.

Swedish folk art board with a carved handle for mangling, dated 1785.
These wooden boards were used to smoothe and press linen before the invention of modern irons. Damp linen was wrapped around a roller and then the board was rocked back and forth over it to press out wrinkles. The handle is often carved in the shape of a horse.

In Scandinavia these mangle boards were a typical gift made or commissioned by a young man for his wife to be. Typically carved with the their initials and date or year of engagement.

This particular board features a large carved plant with flowers in a vase/urn. Also the initials "MLD" and "1785".

Richly decorated with various colours. The carved handle has wonderful wear and patina.

Good original condition with lovely patina. Small older holes from bores. See less