Antique Danish Mangle Board Love Token with Horse, 1754

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Antique danish mangle board love token with horse from 1754. Made in denmark.

danish folk art board with a black … Read more Antique danish mangle board love token with horse from 1754. Made in denmark.

danish folk art board with a black horse as a handle for mangling, dated 1754.
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 carved motifs of a swan, a two headed swan and a star. The swan was a popular motif as it symbolizes eternal love. Also the initials "a m m d" and "anno 1754".

richly colored with the original paint in green, red and black. The carved horse handle has fine details.

good all original untouched condition with lovely patina. Small older holes from bores. See less