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Unusual Fish-Shaped Burl Wood Snuffbox, Sweden 1871

About the Item

Scandinavian ink decorated treen wood fish shaped snuff box. The fishtail becomes a bird’s head with an open beak. This Scandinavian snuff box was made during the mid to late 19th century. The box is carved from treen wood and is pen-worked, stamped, and ink decorated. The lid is hinged. It has developed a good color and patina. Sweden end of 19th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1871
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917133583702

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