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Antique Swedish Large Wooden 'svepask' storage box, 1851, Handmade Folk Craft

$1,078.33
£802.60
€900
CA$1,477.04
A$1,642.79
CHF 857.82
MX$19,991.04
NOK 10,955.61
SEK 10,274.43
DKK 6,851.39
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Antique Swedish Large Wooden 'Svepask' Storage Box – Dated 1851, Handmade Folk Craft A rare and authentic example of 19th-century Swedish folk art, this large 'Svepask' storage box is dated 1851 and entirely handmade using traditional techniques. Crafted from bentwood and secured with wooden pegs and root bindings, it embodies the timeless beauty of Scandinavian rural craftsmanship. The box features a hand-inscribed date and exhibits a rich, natural patina developed over generations. Its generous size makes it both a decorative statement and a functional storage piece. In very good antique condition, with wear consistent with age and use—adding to its character and authenticity. A remarkable piece of cultural history, perfect for collectors of Scandinavian antiques or those seeking a soulful, storied object for their interior.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 12.6 in (32 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1851
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Balen, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9502245340692

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