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Early Primitive Robin Egg Blue Painted Tool Knife Box, 1860s

About the Item

This is a fabulous blue tool carrier, with original robins egg blue paint, original and natural wear. It's rare to find original paint! It is square nailed and well used. It is a wonderful statement piece, it would look great in any room. Great Farmhouse decor. These pieces were carefully hand-picked for my previous 1769 Historic Hudson Valley home.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 31.25 in (79.38 cm)Depth: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s
  • Condition:
    Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Wallkill, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RC498361stDibs: LU993933153512
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