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Italian 19th Century Braided Straw Box from a Monastery in Umbria Region
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An Italian straw work box decorated everywhere with extraordinary straw-work geometrical marquetry on a wooden structure, coated even inside and at the bottom.
This Italian box, has a rectangular shape, hand-realized in an antique abbey in Umbria region, by a Benedictine nun, according to the famous ora et labora rule.
This antique Italian box dates back to the mid of 19th century, is good condition, with a working original lock, key and shaped hole cover, a replaced brass lid hinge on the back. Minor straw losses and wear consistent with use and age.
A lovely antique Italian handmade box for collectors.
Measures: Height 7 cm x width 22 cm x depth 7 cm
This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago requires a governative licence for export called Belle Arti. The shipping may require additional 6-8 handling weeks to require and get the licence according to the final destination of the artwork.
- Dimensions:Height: 2.76 in (7 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Milan, IT
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