This example of Tramp Art was purchased as an appealing hand-made object. Do not know who the intials K and D referenced.
Geometric layering enhances its sculptural charm.
| Description | This example of Tramp Art was purchased as an appealing hand-made object. Do not know who the intials K and D referenced. Geometric layering enhances its sculptural charm. |
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| About the Artist | "Unknown artist" is appropriate when a work of art is unsigned and a supported opinion about who made it is not available (on Savvy Collector).. "Attributed to" precedes the name of an artist when information suggests that it likely was made by that artist (on Savvy Collector). |
| Culture | USA |
| Style | Regionalism |
| Medium | Wood, velvet gold colored hardware, braided tri-color decorative fiber |
| Size | 7" height (box closed) X 12 3/4" length X 5 3/4" width |
| Date of creation | Early 20th century, perhaps earlier |
| Condition | Evidence of wear. Burgundy velvet is worn, especially on top of lid. Interior wallpaper facing box interior is torn in some places. Box has 1/2" hold on one end. |