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Early 19th century hand painted Swedish folk art coffer

$1,731.17
£1,250
€1,470.28
CA$2,355.12
A$2,617.05
CHF 1,371.36
MX$32,093.49
NOK 17,490.94
SEK 16,454.84
DKK 10,973.56
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About the Item

Early 19th century hand painted swedish folk art coffer circa 1810. Good quality swedish blanket chest presented in original paint with hand painted floral wreath to the front, initials and date of 1810. Slight rounded top opens to reveal a plain pine interior and storage trough.  Tapering sides lead down the bracket feet.  Original strap work and handles. Minor evidence of dead/treated worm which is to be expected of pine this age.  Minor losses and non structural age splits.  No key.  Strong and sturdy and ready for use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.75 in (65.41 cm)Width: 40.75 in (103.51 cm)Depth: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paint,Pine,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted,Painted,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor evidence of dead/treated worm which is to be expected of pine this age. Minor losses and non structural age splits. No key. Strong and sturdy and ready for use.
  • Seller Location:
    Debenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: EA34491stDibs: LU878644441532

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