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early 19thC. snake trivet
One of four known examples by the same hand.
Early American wrought iron trivet in the form of a coiled snake. Thought to be African-American made.
For a similar example see:
Folk Sculpture USA
pg.63
North Carolina origin
c. 1800
$3500