Antique Swedish Polychrome Painted Marriage Box dated 1798 Hartford trolley balancing stately proportions with understated

balancing stately proportions with understated classical ornamentation

Pieces that retain both their original painted decoration and such engaging subject matter are becoming increasingly difficult to find

while gold accents add a subtle shimmer that catches the light beautifully

while the sturdy seat and legs showcase the solid construction that Hitchcock Furniture has long been celebrated for

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Antique Swedish Polychrome Painted Marriage Box dated 1798 Hartford trolley balancing stately proportions with understatedThis wonderful antique Swedish marriage box dates to 1798 and is a beautiful example of Scandinavian folk art from the late 18th century. Traditionally, these painted boxes were often created to commemorate a marriage and used to hold treasured personal belongings, textiles, keepsakes, or household items. Pieces like this were highly personal objects, with their painted decoration reflecting regional traditions, symbolism, and the hand of the