Vintage Bridgeport Cottage from Scientific American Framed Shadowbox country Monkey Fist knots were originally

Monkey Fist knots were originally tied around a weighted object and used as the end of a heaving line on sailing ships

8 x 6 x 3 in (14

Length can be shortened BUT the jute wrap needs to be unwrapped from cord and re-wrapped and secured to top of cord

you'd wonder how your glass will balance

Vintage Bridgeport Cottage from Scientific American Framed Shadowbox country Monkey Fist knots were originallyThis reproduction of a vintage Scientific American page featuring a cottage in Bridgeport, Connecticut dates back to 1893 Shadowbox framed in black wax reclaimed wood Measures 22 1 2 in W x 25 in H Note: frames are constructed of reclaimed wood and each frame will vary in color and texture. Expect imperfections in the wood as this is the natural characteristic of reclaimed material and adds a historical element to the piece.