A 19th c. wooden spill vase in original unfinished surface.
Constructed from a single body of white walnut and turned on a lathe producing its tall cylindrical form. Incising decoration is utilized throughout the entirety of the body with a large hollow turning elevating the body above a footed bottom.
Produced rurally in response to the growing fashion of imported English spode, lusterware, wedgwood, and other ceramics. Used on fireplace mantles for storage of lighting tapers to capture fire from large fireplaces. 
Remains in overall gold condition with a visible hairline in its body being consistent with age and an old chip to its base from its production. Retains phenomenal surface traits with historic signs of use.
Very scarcely found amongst early Quebec treenware. 
Quebec origin. Ca. 1840. 10 3/4"T. (lighting spills not included)