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This charming, artisan-crafted toy chest or storage trunk is woven from natural raffia, featuring a distinctively structured, dome-top lid. The …
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This charming, artisan-crafted toy chest or storage trunk is woven from natural raffia, featuring a distinctively structured, dome-top lid. The trunk boasts an incredibly endearing, hand-painted scene on the front facade depicting a pair of stylized, anthropomorphic cats dressed in vintage attire—a gray striped cat in a pink ruffled dress dancing with a tabby cat wearing a blue sailor suit and shorts. The central figures are surrounded by sweetly rendered, colorful butterflies, ladybugs, and delicate wildflowers, evoking a nostalgic, storybook charm.
The curved, barrel-vaulted lid is woven with an integrated, contrasting gray and natural checkered gingham pattern that adds a lovely tailored touch to the otherwise rustic, organic material. Both side panels are adorned with hand-painted details, including a vibrant blue bow ribbon on one end and fluttering butterflies on the other. Designed with both form and function in mind, the trunk features sturdy, braided raffia carry handles on either side and is finished with traditional wooden toggle closures on the front corners. This delightful, cottagecore-inspired piece offers a perfect blend of playful fantasy and practical storage, making it a standout addition to a children’s nursery, a whimsical playroom, or an eclectic eclectic living space.
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- Dimensions
- 20ʺW × 14ʺD × 17ʺH
- Styles
- Traditional
- Period
- 2000 - 2009
- Country of Origin
- Madagascar
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Raffia
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- Excellent Condition. The woven raffia body is structurally sound, tight, and intact, showing very minimal wear consistent with light use. … moreExcellent Condition. The woven raffia body is structurally sound, tight, and intact, showing very minimal wear consistent with light use. The hand-painted illustrations are exceptionally crisp, vibrant, and entirely free from significant fading, scratching, or paint loss. The woven gingham patterned lid retains its shape perfectly. Both braided handles are securely attached, and the wooden toggle fasteners remain fully operational. A beautifully preserved, highly decorative piece. less
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