A lovely 19th century boxwood spice flask made in three screw sections, having a top with an acorn and  finial, that unscrews. The main body, unscrews from the stepped base, which allows access to the interior. There is a small minor old repair on the stem.
It has developed a really good colour and patina.
It measures 14cm h x 4cm w at the base.

Reference: Treen for the Table page 108 and lot 764 Shepherd Collection Sale in 1983