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Antique French Storage Box with Hand-Painted Clown Motif

About the Item

Ca. late 19th century French oak storage box with hand-painted 'clown' decoration to the top and a floral motif to the bottom component. Attractive color combinations - base coat is ochre with red, yellow, and coral, green, black and pink details. Good age / patina with minor paint loss and scuffs, as shown. Overall, very good condition considering age and use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good age / patina with minor paint loss and scuffs, as shown.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SKU000037951stDibs: LU1444226242932

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