Antique Clark’s Anchor Cantilever Embroidery Thread Box with Original Contents butter mould carved with the word “BUTTER”

carved with the word “BUTTER” across the top and fitted with a replacement blue and white ceramic insert

H: 28 cm x L: 22 cm x W: 2 cm

Minor base wear in keeping with age

Neckband stands slightly away from body and may be contrasting

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Antique Clark’s Anchor Cantilever Embroidery Thread Box with Original Contents butter mould carved with the word “BUTTER”Antique Clarks Anchor Cantilever Embroidery Thread Box with Original Contents A substantial antique wooden cantilever embroidery box made specifically for Clarks Anchor stranded cotton embroidery thread. The drawer fronts are stamped Stranded Cotton for Embroidery, and the top drawer shows a ghosted Clarks Anchor mark, where the original branding has rubbed with age but remains visible as a shadow imprint. The box opens on its original metal