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Collectible spectacular rare big box, casket, tramp art, folk art, 1890, Austria

About the Item

This incredibly rare box is made in the famous austrian tramp art around 1890 to 1900, its a extraordinary richly decorated example of these boxes. The object is rectangular in shape and has a hinged lid on top. The casket is covered all over with stepped cubic shapes so typical of tramp art. Thus, the box can be viewed from all sides. On the edges are brass dots so that the wood is protected. The box has a working lock with matching key. Measurements approx: height 6,89 in - 17,5 cm, width 11,81 in - 30 cm, depth 7,09 in - 18 cm This box is an incredible rarity and would grace any interior, as it is a very richly decorated object.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.89 in (17.51 cm)Width: 11.81 in (30 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18.01 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Softwood,Spruce,Hand-Crafted,Stained,Varnished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1895
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Our team of high-skilled restorers did a wonderful job in refinishing the polish by hand. No other restaurations have been made.
  • Seller Location:
    Wien, AT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8437241013152

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