Large Bold Presentation Carved
Pie Crimper  

Likely Maine, originally found in an attic in Arundel, Maine.

Hardwood (perhaps birch) and pine in rich, natural patina. Carved in shape and decoratively with pinwheels, geometrics and vining. Deeply carved wheel shrunken well out-of-round and joined to the handle with non-iron pins, perhaps pewter, to prevent rusting. Likely made to be gifted for wedding, birthday, or anniversary.

An impressive 12 ¼ inches long. From a fine long time New England antique and folk art collection.