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A 1700s Norwegian Wooden Tankard, Primitive Antique, Richly Hand Carved

$4,000
$5,00020% Off
£3,029.63
£3,787.0420% Off
€3,479.42
€4,349.2820% Off
CA$5,605.31
CA$7,006.6420% Off
A$6,094.10
A$7,617.6320% Off
CHF 3,231.10
CHF 4,038.8720% Off
MX$73,052.81
MX$91,316.0120% Off
NOK 41,065.61
NOK 51,332.0120% Off
SEK 37,621.68
SEK 47,027.1020% Off
DKK 26,004.29
DKK 32,505.3620% Off

About the Item

A Rare Large Early 18th Century Norwegian Primitive Tankard in Birchwood This museum-quality Scandinavian folk art tankard, dating to the early 1700s, is a remarkable example of early Norwegian craftsmanship. Handcrafted from solid birchwood, it features elegant hand-carved details including a Baroque-style ball finial and an elegant floral and pine tree motif on the lid. After nearly three centuries, the tankard remains in impressively sound condition, displaying a superb patina and historically appropriate old repairs that testify to its longevity and careful preservation. Dimensions circa: --Height: 23.5 cm --Width (with handle): 25 cm --Depth: 17.5 cm An extraordinary collector's piece for the discerning enthusiast of Norwegian cultural artifacts.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 6.89 in (17.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700s
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Very good antique condition, with a superb patina and historically appropriate old repairs consistent with its age. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Skien, NO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10177247435262

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