Antique Wooden Hand-Painted Chest Dowry, Marriage Box, Rustic

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This Antique Wooden Hand-Painted Chest Dowry, Marriage Box is a unique and rustic piece of furniture, perfect for storing clothes … Read more This Antique Wooden Hand-Painted Chest Dowry, Marriage Box is a unique and rustic piece of furniture, perfect for storing clothes or other belongings. Made of wood with brass handle finish, this rectangular chest features intricate carvings and a multicolor paint job. this handmade antique chest is fully assembled and adds a touch of old-world charm to any. this original piece would make a great addition to any adult's living space. Made early 1900’s.
The chest features hand-painted floral and scrollwork motits typical of traditional folk art, such as Norwegian Rosemaling or similar Alpine and Scandinavian styles.
•lIt is a wooden chest with a hinged lid and an ornate wrought-iron or brass lock plate (escutcheon) on the front it has came off so can be fixed or not depending on use. Comes with original key. Historically, these were used to store a bride's trousseau or household linens, often becoming heirloom pieces passed down through generations. This chest has a lot of wear please see pics See less