Houston, TX
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Scandinavian tine, or svepask, painted bentwood oval-shape box circa late 19th century, probably from the Sogn og Fjordane region. Box … Read more Scandinavian tine, or svepask, painted bentwood oval-shape box circa late 19th century, probably from the Sogn og Fjordane region. Box is created from thin layers of steam-bent wood laced together with a piece of birch root. Box opens when the two end-posts are gently pulled back. Forged iron handle. Decorated in Viksdale style black, white and blue S-shape rosmaling over a salmon color background. See less
- Dimensions
- 12.25ʺW × 8ʺD × 7ʺH
- Styles
- Folk Art
- Traditional
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Norway
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bentwood
- Birch
- Iron
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Salmon
Houston, TX
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