Vintage Swedish Bentwood Handcrafted Handpainted Tina Box Folk Art Signed 1933

Description: Vintage Swedish Bentwood Handcrafted Tina Box Folk Art Signed 1933A traditional Swedish folk art called "Tina, Time, or Svepask" Bent wood boxes have a long and colorful history. Many different cultures have made their own unique versions of them. In Norway, examples of these boxes have been unearthed in the remains of Viking ships dating from 840 A.D. They were used to store valuable possessions, grains, meat, or anything else that might need to be secure. The traditional Norwegian tine, pronounced “teen-ah”, or the Swedish svepask is constructed of a thin piece of steam-bent wood that is laced together with some type of tree root, usually birch. The sides have two vertical posts cut with notches that are used to hold the lid on. Because of the snapping noise that they make when being closed, they are also called snap boxes. To open the tine, the side posts are gently pulled apart using the flex of the wood until the lid is freed and can then be lifted off. Decorations on tines have varied widely over the years. Some are left unadorned, but many are decorated at the whim of the craftsperson with carvings, hot poker work, or possibly painted. This box, made from wood and with a medium wood tone color, is oval-shaped and hand-painted with intricate designs. The box is customized with the year 1933 and is signed by the artist. This unique piece is perfect for all occasions and can be used as a decorative collectible or as a functional storage box. Its rustic and primitive style adds to its charm and makes it a great addition to any collection. The box is handmade and original, with a time period of manufacture between 1920-1949. It was made in Sweden and is a true representation of the country's culture and heritage.It's in very good condition with the exception of a chip on one side near the bottom. Please see photos. Measurements are 12 1/2"W x 7 1/4"H x 6 1/2D Insurance included in cost of shipping. Bent wood boxes havHIGH VALUE & GOOD QUALITY ~From a Private Estate Collection~ This fine item is offered with a fair and reasonable fixed price. Our photos detail this item to justify the asking price. If you need more information, please don't hesitate to ask, & we will do our best to comply. We do not guarantee the age of any piece we sell as we are not experts on age and can only describe the items to the best of our ability. The descriptions are solely included to assist buyers in finding the items they seek, are not necessarily an accurate description of the item in all cases, although we strive to be as accurate as we can. Ultimately the pictures provided serve as the description. Please keep in mind that anytime you purchase a vintage or antique item, it might not be perfect and may demonstrate characteristics of age and use. Make sure that you read descriptions and look at the pictures before committing to a purchase. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the nature and condition of any item. Refunds will not be given for items being of age. We take our reputation very seriously. Buying and selling online, we know the value of trust. If for ANY reason you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us so we have a chance to resolve your issue. We offer 100% Satisfaction Guarantee - ALWAYS! TAKE A LOOK AT OUR OTHER ITEMS FOR SALE AND ADD US TO YOUR FAVORITE SELLERS LIST!! This is just a sampling of some of the fantastic treasures you will find at Queens Avenue USA. There are many things we own that we probably wouldn't sell if we didn't have a kid in college this fall. There are many beautiful items that we happen across and think, boy, we sure would like to keep that for ourselves but instead, …we are passing these wonderful lovelies on to you. Priorities, right? Tuition, room, board, books. I place fair and competitive prices on my listings. REASONABLE offers will be considered. If free shipping is included in the buy it now price for Domestic Shipping & a best offer is accepted, we will add shipping to that price. The shipping price reflects the actual expense of transporting this item as safely as I can and I never charge a handling fee. All items are shipped with great care. I proudly use recycled packaging when possible. If you decide to purchase and are pleased with this item, Please Leave Positive Feedback. Thank you for visiting our store and please come back.

Price: 175 USD

Location: Evansville, Indiana

End Time: 2025-02-04T20:17:22.000Z

Shipping Cost: 15 USD