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19th Century Folk Art Prisoner of War Straw Work Noahs Ark

$971.99
£695
€831.13
CA$1,332.79
A$1,488.10
CHF 780.79
MX$18,365.76
NOK 9,814.62
SEK 9,183.32
DKK 6,200.37
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About the Item

19th Century straw-work Noah's Ark with multi coloured straw decoration, sloping roof and sliding side panel The technique of straw work involved dying pieces of straw different colours and glueing them in complex patterns on to the basic pinewood shape of the ark. In untouched, unrestored condition some losses but complete 19th century in age European in origins 20cm in height 30cm in width 9.5cm in depth
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Pine,Straw
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612142302032

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