WOOLAVINGTON WI OCTOBER MEETING 2015
David Jacobs and his wife Ruth, recent arrivals in the village, were our guests for the October meeting at which David spoke on the subject of “Antiques”. A lifetime collector, David had many interesting items on display, spanning a range of 2000 years, commencing with a Roman tile used in a hypocaust system and ending with the most recent, a 1977 Diamond Jubilee diorama.
David was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable speaker and gave us the background historical facts relating to the pieces he spoke about. Along the way we saw and were able to handle such items as a Romano British oil lamp from 300 AD, an early Chinese coin and an ornate key dating from 1400 which drew much speculation as to its use.(not we think the chastity belt suggested sotto voce by one member who shall remain nameless!)
The early tiny 16C mahogany shoe model was very tactile and much admired as were the examples of pottery, porcelain, early printing, postcards and photography. Truly an eclectic mix of fascinating items..
Ruth's speciality was jewellery and accessories, a collection of which occupied another table and drew much attention after the talk. Something for another time perhaps.
The competition for an old book was won by Wendy's Welsh hymn book..
Teresa reminded the members of the upcoming events, the AGM at junction 24, the Polden Group Carol Service at Puriton Church and the Federation Carol Service at Wells Cathedral as well as our proposed Christmas shopping trip to Bath. Much to look forward to on the run up to Christmas.
David Jacobs and his wife Ruth, recent arrivals in the village, were our guests for the October meeting at which David spoke on the subject of “Antiques”. A lifetime collector, David had many interesting items on display, spanning a range of 2000 years, commencing with a Roman tile used in a hypocaust system and ending with the most recent, a 1977 Diamond Jubilee diorama.
David was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable speaker and gave us the background historical facts relating to the pieces he spoke about. Along the way we saw and were able to handle such items as a Romano British oil lamp from 300 AD, an early Chinese coin and an ornate key dating from 1400 which drew much speculation as to its use.(not we think the chastity belt suggested sotto voce by one member who shall remain nameless!)
The early tiny 16C mahogany shoe model was very tactile and much admired as were the examples of pottery, porcelain, early printing, postcards and photography. Truly an eclectic mix of fascinating items..
Ruth's speciality was jewellery and accessories, a collection of which occupied another table and drew much attention after the talk. Something for another time perhaps.
The competition for an old book was won by Wendy's Welsh hymn book..
Teresa reminded the members of the upcoming events, the AGM at junction 24, the Polden Group Carol Service at Puriton Church and the Federation Carol Service at Wells Cathedral as well as our proposed Christmas shopping trip to Bath. Much to look forward to on the run up to Christmas.