Mid 19th Century Wooden Carved Hollowed Out Tree Stump Museum Quality Storage Collectable Art

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This is a hollowed-out tree trunk that has been elaborately carved and adapted for use as a storage container. This … Read more This is a hollowed-out tree trunk that has been elaborately carved and adapted for use as a storage container. This unique piece of furniture or decor showcases a blend of natural form and artistic craftsmanship, often reflecting a rustic or primitive art aesthetic.

Key features and characteristics:
Material and Form: It's crafted directly from a substantial tree trunk, with the interior carefully hollowed out to create a functional storage space while retaining the natural, irregular exterior of the wood.

Carvings: adorned with various carvings, including figures of people, animals (like turtles), and botanical motifs such as flowers, adding a decorative and narrative element to the piece.
Functionality: Primarily serving as a storage container, it can be used for holding various items, from blankets and household goods to keepsakes, depending on its size and placement within a home.

Artistic Style: Objects like this often fall into categories such as primitive art, folk art, or rustic decor due to their handmade nature, use of natural materials, and often traditional or narrative themes in their carvings.

The piece is a hollowed-out tree trunk that has been carved with various figures, including what appears to be a person and decorative elements resembling flowers or geometric patterns.
This object is intended for storage and features carvings of animals, turtles, flowers, and people. It is a decorative and functional piece of art or furniture.

This type of item is often found in markets specializing in unique or handcrafted goods, where similar hollowed tree stumps and trunks are sold for various purposes including storage, planters, or decorative accents.

20” Tall x 15” Wide See less