Antique Carved Breadboard with Knife Fabulous Detail

Oh my goodness! This breadboard is just amazing and so is the knife that is also included in this offering. Maple is such a great wood as it has such a warm rich appearance and even has slight indications of birds eye maple present. There is a little knot located about an inch below the edge of the board that just adds to the charm of this piece. A carved raised design is located on the very edge and is simple in form but decorative at the same time. This design resembles a half moon shape squared off and was carved on the top of the board leaving the remaining thickness of 1/2" underneath. Sweet! There is a slight waxy finish on the top and the board feels smooth as silk. Prominent knife marks are apparent on the surface and a indented circular groove will accommodate a shoo fly screen or other food cover very nicely. The bottom of this board reveals multiple knife marks and indicates this was used more than the side with nice carving. The top portion is raised from it's bottom counte