Free Standing 19th Century Butter Mold Lion

“The practice of making free standing figures in butter was very popular in Great Britain.”

Two wooden pegs held the sides together to create a 3 dimensional butter mold (one peg is missing)

Reference: Butter Prints & Molds Paul Kindig  p.233-234 and Treen by Pinto p.103 (see scan)

The lion is skillful and realistically carved.

Approximate Dimensions: Height 3 ½ - Width 4 1/4-  Depth 2 ¼

Condition: As found. Patina as expected from age & use. No damage.