Striking Antique ART NOUVEAU Hand Painted Gesso Floral Wood DRESSER or BIBLE BOX

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Seller: economybooster ✉️ (13,058) 100%, Location: San Jose, California, US, Ships to: US & many other countries, Item: 395156829902 Striking Antique ART NOUVEAU Hand Painted Gesso Floral Wood DRESSER or BIBLE BOX. Striking Antique ART NOUVEAU Hand Painted Gesso Floral Wood DRESSER or BIBLE BOX

Striking Antique ART NOUVEAU Hand Painted Gesso Floral Wood DRESSER or BIBLE BOX

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ANTIQUE ART NOUVEAU WOOD BOX

Striking and unusual antique Art Nouveau hand painted dresser, storage or Bible box measuring about 9" long, 6-1/4" wide and 3-3/4" tall.  Featuring a stylized floral design on the lid (reminds me of candlesticks), it is hand painted over gesso applied decoration with simple muted gold paint on the stippled sides.  Wrap-over scalloped leather (I think) hinge is stud button attached, as is the simple tab front - box stands on four block feet.  Bearing the orignal floral paper lined interior, I believe this was intended as a Bible box - when purchased, it housed three different German Bibles and a few similar religious items including rosaries, prayers, etc. (these are listed separately). 

Condition is sturdy and functional with tight seams and no loose or missing gesso - gold paint is rubbed on all edges and feet - there is a bit of paint shrinkage within the green area and rubbing to the raised design - one button is missing from the front tab as well as the back hinge - papered interior has a bit of edge wear and tearing as shown - none of this detracts.   I think this is a very unusual, striking piece - if you collect Art Nouveau items, box would be a lovely addition to any display.

If questions, please contact me, thanks!

 

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