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Antique Leather Pot Bellie Fishing Creel

About the Item

Pot belly leather fishing creel. A fine example of an early 19th Century leather pot bellied fishing creel with leather shoulder strap. The brass hinged leather lid is embossed with an attractive sun burst pattern and inspection hole. The brass clasp is a replacement. The creel was an important piece of equipment for the early angler as with the addition of damp moss, lining the bottom of the creel, it would keep the days catch fresh.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 12.01 in (30.5 cm)Depth: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Sporting Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: The brass clasp is a replacement. Wear consistent with age and use. In good original condition. The brass clasp is a replacement.
  • Seller Location:
    Oxfordshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 284561stDibs: LU975724332222

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