20th-century Tramp Art Box wild animal each peeking through a window

each peeking through a window with festive cheer

featuring charming imperfections that make them uniquely delightful

7" L x 5" H

from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds by George Edwards

20th-century Tramp Art Box wild animal each peeking through a windowThis 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