{"product_id":"antique-european-tramp-art-sewing-box-with-mirrors-velvet-and-pincushion-circa-1900","title":"Antique European Tramp Art Sewing Box with Mirrors, Velvet and Pincushion, circa 1900","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"484\" data-start=\"144\"\u003eAn exceptionally decorative antique tramp art box, intricately constructed from layer upon layer of notched and chip-carved wood. Dating to around the turn of the 20th century, this unusual folk art box resembles a miniature piece of architectural furniture, with stepped borders, projecting corners and densely worked geometric decoration.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"898\" data-start=\"486\"\u003eThe hinged lid opens to reveal a single aged rectangular mirror fitted to its inner face and a vivid red fabric-lined storage compartment. A raised fabric-covered pincushion is incorporated into the top, suggesting that the box was originally made as a sewing or work box. It could now also be used as an unusual jewellery box or displayed as a decorative object on a dressing table, chest of drawers or cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1279\" data-start=\"900\"\u003eRich burgundy, olive green and faded cream velvet panels soften the heavily carved wooden construction. They are framed with delicate gilt metal decoration, painted roses and small coloured glass details. A single lion-mask ring handle is mounted on the burgundy front panel. Due to its small size, this is primarily a decorative feature rather than a functional carrying handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1568\" data-start=\"1281\"\u003eThe complexity of the layered construction makes this a particularly striking example of antique tramp art. Its strong colours, aged mirror and theatrical combination of carved wood, velvet and gilt embellishment create considerable decorative interest, whether displayed open or closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced in: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSouth West France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: \u003cem\u003eEarly 20th Century\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: \u003ci\u003eWood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes it special: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eIts ornate detailing and velvet trim\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAntique European Tramp Art Sewing Box with Mirrors, Velvet and Pincushion Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLength: 12.2” \/ 31cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHeight: 6.7” \/ 17cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDepth: 6.7” \/ 17cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCondition: There is wear consistent with age and use, including losses and breaks to areas of the projecting chip-carved decoration, rubbing and fading to the velvet, marks and dust to the fabric lining, and spotting to the mirror. The visible wear has been retained as part of the box’s original surface and character. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWe have more French antique decorative accents for sale \u003ca title=\"French antique decorative accents\" href=\"https:\/\/lamaisondebelasyse.com\/collections\/decorative-accents\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Maison de Belasyse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58699491279193,"sku":"812","price":795.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1145\/0969\/files\/812p_Antique_European_Tramp_Art_Sewing_Box_with_Mirrors_Velvet_and_Pincushion_circa_1900_11db5aa1-9c6f-4483-ab81-fa2e9bfc52ff.jpg?v=1785085744","url":"https:\/\/lamaisondebelasyse.com\/de\/products\/antique-european-tramp-art-sewing-box-with-mirrors-velvet-and-pincushion-circa-1900","provider":"La Maison de Belasyse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}