20th-century Tramp Art Box wild animal 6" L x 5" W

6" L x 5" W x 12" H

from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds by George Edwards

It also evokes painted silks imported from China called “Pekins”

each peeking through a window with festive cheer

Hand block printed on square heavy artist grade paper with sequins

20th-century Tramp Art Box wild animal 6" L x 5" WThis early 20th century Tramp Art cabinet is among John Derian's trove of handpicked vintage & antique goods. Antique tramp art boxes and storage are carved from layered scraps of wood, meticulously notched and stacked into geometric, chip carved patterns. They reflect the tramp art movements resourcefulness and quiet devotion to ornament, and transforming humble materials into personal objects. Details approx. 14" L x 12" W x 7" H Painted carved wood