A small traditional Swedish birch-bark box, believed to date from the late 19th or early 20th century.
Made from overlapping strips of birch bark with decorative zigzag stitching around the sides. The removable wooden lid features hand-painted flowers in red, green and blue, with a dark shaped handle.
A charming piece of Scandinavian folk craft, with much of its original decoration remaining.
Details
- Era: Late 19th / early 20th century, c.1880–1920
- Origin: Sweden
- Materials: Birch bark, wood
- Construction: Layered birch bark with stitched joints
- Decoration: Hand-painted floral designs on the lid
- Lid: Removable wooden lid with dark shaped handle
- Dimensions: 7.5cm (w) x 4cm (h) x 3cm (d)
- Condition Notes: Fair antique condition with surface wear, fading to the painted decoration, splits and losses to the birch bark, particularly around the upper edges. The box retains its lid. Please refer to photographs.
- Provenance: Sourced in Sweden
- Care Tips: Dust gently with a soft, dry brush. Keep away from moisture and direct heat.