Early 20th Century Hand-Painted Large Seed Box With Seashell and Coral Motif

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Bring a touch of coastal romance and rustic charm to your home with this early 20th century seed box, beautifully … Read more Bring a touch of coastal romance and rustic charm to your home with this early 20th century seed box, beautifully hand-painted in soft seaside tones. Originally crafted as a merchant’s display box for garden seeds, this piece has been lovingly adorned with whimsical seashell and coral motifs, bordered in pastel polka-dot and dash detailing. The interior retains its original wooden panels and paper insert showing historic seed advertisements, a testament to its authentic origins.

The naïve hand-painted decoration recalls American folk art traditions, while the seashell motif nods to Coastal, Cottagecore, and Mediterranean Revival styles. Perfect as a coffee table accent, storage chest, or conversation piece, it blends utility with artistry.

Comparable in decorative spirit to the painted furniture of Peter Hunt, Raymor’s mid-century folk revival, or Provincetown folk artists, this box also echoes the seaside-inspired works of Madeleine Castaing and the playful coastal furniture treatments seen in Palm Beach Regency and Nantucket cottage décor.

Era: Early 20th Century (c. 1910s–1930s)

Material: Wood with hand-painted decoration

Design Motif: Seashells, coral, and marine accents

Dimensions: Approx. 30" L × 13" W × 5.5" H

A charming piece of Americana with coastal flair, ideal for beach houses, eclectic interiors, or collectors of painted furniture. See less