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18th Century Swedish Folk Art Bentvwood Box with Original Paint Dated 1789

$559.32
£421.81
€495VAT Included
CA$797.58
A$817.79
CHF 465.94
MX$10,409.72
NOK 5,352.07
SEK 5,584.14
DKK 3,774.23

About the Item

18th Century Swedish Folk Art bentwood box from Harnesand Angermanland, Northern Sweden. A fantastic Swedish Folk Art Bentvwood Box with Original Paint & floral painting. Dated 1789 & Signed HMLS. Bentwood boxes were used for storage throughout the Scandinavian region. Made in painted pine.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 18.51 in (47 cm)Depth: 12.21 in (31 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1789
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Boden, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5861225869462

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