COLLECTION OF 3: PANTRY & TRINKET BOXES

COLLECTION OF 3: PANTRY & TRINKET BOXES C. 1780s-1800s. A large Swedish bentwood storage box (svepask/tine box) of oval form, decorated in traditional Scandinavian folk art paintwork. The box features hand-painted black and blue scroll decoration on a warm orange ground, with matching decorated lid. Constructed of steam-bent wood secured with wooden pegs and small tacks, typical of Swedish rural craftsmanship. Expected surface wear and paint loss with minor shrinkage and age-related cracking. Retains good original painted surface and remains structurally sound overall. (B) C. 1780s-1800s. Scandinavian bentwood pantry bucket with original green painted surface and wire swing handle. These were used for food storage, gathering, or household utility purposes. Hand-formed bentwood construction with tacked seam typical of Nordic rural craft. Expected surface wear and paint loss with minor shrinkage and age-related cracking. Retains good original painted surface and remains structurally sound overall. (C) C. 1780s-1800s. Scandinavian bentwood pantry or storage box featuring remnants of original painted decoration. Constructed of bentwood sides with fitted lid, typical of Nordic folk craft. Condition: (Very Good). Item Dimensions: Largest: 11 - 1/2" Dia. x 5 - 1/4". Condition:, Item Dimensions:

Estimate:$600

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