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Modernist Wooden Cello Case

$2,400
£1,813.60
€2,094.26
CA$3,353.64
A$3,721.14
CHF 1,949.22
MX$45,631.21
NOK 24,793.34
SEK 23,403.86
DKK 15,618.24
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About the Item

Interesting modernist, cubist handmade wood cello case from the 1900-1920s. Great folk art object with dovetail joinery and replete with old traveling stickers and name plate of owner. Great decorative object.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 1 in (2.54 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. In good vintage condition There are losses and wear from typical use as a traveling cello case.
  • Seller Location:
    Pawtucket, RI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU90993521712

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