Object: Tramp Art Chip Carved Box
Origin: United States
Period: Late 19th–Early 20th Century
Medium: Chip carved wood; velvet; metal feet; paper lining
Dimensions: Width 10.75 in. (27.3 cm); Height 5.3 in. (13.5 cm); Depth 6.75 in. (17.1 cm)
Condition: Used. Wear consistent with age. Front velvet panel shows significant wear. No key present.
Description:
A tramp art box constructed from chip carved and layered wood. The exterior features inset panels of purple velvet on all sides; the front panel exhibits extensive wear, with the velvet worn thin. Four cast metal lion's paw feet are affixed to the bottom corners. A keyhole is present on the front, though the key is absent. The interior is lined with antique purple paper printed with a star pattern.
Object: Tramp Art Chip Carved Box
Origin: United States
Period: Late 19th–Early 20th Century
Medium: Chip carved wood; velvet; metal feet; paper lining
Dimensions: Width 10.75 in. (27.3 cm); Height 5.3 in. (13.5 cm); Depth 6.75 in. (17.1 cm)
Condition: Used. Wear consistent with age. Front velvet panel shows significant wear. No key present.
Description:
A tramp art box constructed from chip carved and layered wood. The exterior features inset panels of purple velvet on all sides; the front panel exhibits extensive wear, with the velvet worn thin. Four cast metal lion's paw feet are affixed to the bottom corners. A keyhole is present on the front, though the key is absent. The interior is lined with antique purple paper printed with a star pattern.
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