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Antique shepherd’s chest, 1850s

About the Item

Low shepherd’s chest with a beautiful appearance and proportions from around 1850. These chests were made in the same way for centuries. They were decorated with traditional magical symbols. This example shows that geometric decoration. Reduced to a natural finish. Raw, authentic. From the mountains of Transylvania around the middle of the 19th century. The chest is made of beech wood and assembled with wooden pins.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.45 in (57 cm)Width: 58.67 in (149 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Amsterdam, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 242741stDibs: LU1846342828742

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