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antique shepherd’s chest, 1850’s
$1,617.49
£1,203.90
€1,350
CA$2,215.56
A$2,464.19
CHF 1,286.72
MX$29,986.56
NOK 16,433.41
SEK 15,411.64
DKK 10,277.08
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Low shepherd’s chest with a beautiful appearance and proportions. These chests were made in the same way for centuries. They were decorated with traditional magical geometric symbols. Reduced to a natural finish. Raw, authentic. Originating from the mountains of Transylvania around the middle of the 19th century. The chest is made of beech wood.
- Dimensions:Height: 23.63 in (60 cm)Width: 42.52 in (108 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:Romania
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1850s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 250791stDibs: LU1846344767532
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