199 – Wish Box
- Physical description:
- A tree branch cut to form a lidded box, with brass discs at either end, a brass hinge, and four brass feet, and also the remains of a catch. The wood is highly polished or varnished, creating a dark patina. The box is also quite heavy.
- Museum classification:
- Spells & Charms
- Size:
- 150 x 360 x 120
- Information:
Original text by Cecil Williamson: 'Here we have a true example of a wish box, country style, being a tree branch cut, fashioned and hollowed out so as to form a natural lidded box, with a locking device. This wish box was made for Old Betty Downes of Budleigh Salterton, around 1928.'
- Resource:
- Object
- Materials:
- Wood, metal (brass)
- Copyright ownership:
- MWM
Original text by Cecil Williamson: 'Here we have a true example of a wish box, country style, being a tree branch cut, fashioned and hollowed out so as to form a natural lidded box, with a locking device. This wish box was made for Old Betty Downes of Budleigh Salterton, around 1928.'