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Lot 1629

Antique Tramp Art Jewelry Box

Sold August 27, 2026

Price realized
$140
Estimate
$100–$300
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Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Year: Late 19th Century

Dimensions: 9x6x5 in.

Condition: Signs of wear such as scuffs, scratches, chips and discoloration

Additional Description: This lot features an antique Tramp Art jewelry or trinket box, a fine example of the handmade folk-art tradition popular during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Constructed using the distinctive notch-carving technique, the box is built from layered wood arranged in geometric patterns characteristic of Tramp Art craftsmanship. The initials “MM” are carved on the front and framed by carved wooden flowers and velvet accents. The interior is fitted with a mirror, velvet lining, and decorative paper with teal accents, while the box rests on brass feet.

Lot details

Lot
1629
Category
Home Decor › Decorative Boxes › Storage Containers
Estimate
$100–$300
Closed
August 27, 2026
Sold $140
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