Description

Height: 17.5cm

Width: 8.5cm

An exceptional and rare antique educational paddle, intricately framed in natural horn and studded with brass pins, featuring a printed version of the Lord’s Prayer alongside early alphabet and phonetic learning aids.

Likely dating to the 19th century, this piece would have served both as a religious and literacy teaching tool, making it a fascinating example of devotional and educational history combined.

The parchment-style insert showcases both uppercase and lowercase alphabets, vowel combinations, and the full Lord’s Prayer.

The carefully constructed horn frame has been shaped with a handle for handheld use and is finished with a leather hanging cord for wall display. This piece is both an object of reverence and a beautifully tactile example of early pedagogy.