Antique Primitive Geometric Chip-Carved Tramp Art Box, Circa 1900

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Antique Primitive Geometric Chip-Carved Tramp Art Box, Circa 1900 Description: A highly textural and decorative antique wooden box featuring intricate … Read more Antique Primitive Geometric Chip-Carved Tramp Art Box, Circa 1900 Description: A highly textural and decorative antique wooden box featuring intricate chip-carved geometric motifs. This piece serves as a fine example of the "Tramp Art" aesthetic popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The carving creates a rhythmic play of light and shadow, enhanced by the original dark finish which has distressed naturally over decades of use.

This box embodies the "Wabi-Sabi" philosophy—beautifully imperfect and deeply historical. It is ideal for adding organic texture to a modern coffee table, library shelf, or console.

This softwood box is with nailed construction and hinged lid. Decorated with "Kerbschnitzen" (chip carving) in a repeating geometric grid pattern. Dark stain/wash finish with significant rubbing and patina. Interior empty. Functioning metal butt hinges. Unmarked. Likely American or Northern European origin. Good primitive condition.

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