Antique sycamore marquetry/ parquetry pine box probably known as mauchaulin wear showing 2 adorable Scottie dogs some age related wear 12 cm wide 9 cm depth 5 cm height
Marquetry and parquetry are techniques employed to create flat ornamental designs in wood, with the main difference being what is depicted in these decorative features. Whilst marquetry is used to create pictures in wood, parquetry is used to create patterns in wood.
Mauchline ware is a type of wooden souvenir that originated in the town of Mauchline in Ayrshire, Scotland in the late 18th century. The industry flourished for over 160 years, producing hundreds of thousands of items that were shipped around the world. The history of Mauchline ware includes:
Origins
The earliest Mauchline ware pieces were snuffboxes made by skilled woodworkers in the late 1700s.
Development
The firm W & A Smith introduced and developed Mauchline ware in the 19th century.
Decoration
Mauchline ware was decorated in a variety of ways, including tartan patterns, transfer images of tourist sites, and ferns applied to the wood.
Popularity
Mauchline ware was a popular tourist souvenir, especially in the 19th century.
Decline
The industry declined due to competition from foreign manufacturers and a waning interest in the souvenirs. W & A Smith closed its doors in the 1930s after a fire in 1933.
Collection
Mauchline ware is collected globally, and some pieces are on display at the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum.