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Small 19th Century original painted sarcophagus box

About the Item

Small 19th century original painted sarcophagus box circa 1870. Beautiful decorative box with original paint.   Sarcophagus shaped lidded box in original paint with traces of original hand painted floral decoration to each side. Lid opens to reveal a partially fitted interior. Expected losses to woodwork and paintwork.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paint,Pine,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted,Painted,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Debenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: EA32401stDibs: LU878644140232

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