Antique American Folk Art Painted Storage Box Vintage Ice Cream Glass eyes lend depth and

Glass eyes lend depth and immediacy

Complete with original envelopes

a process that was popular in the 19th century

framed by a deep cobalt blue and accented with hand-painted 18K gold scrollwork

Crafted from durable metal

Antique American Folk Art Painted Storage Box Vintage Ice Cream Glass eyes lend depth andThis antique folk art wooden box features its original deep red paint, hand applied black stenciled decoration, and decades of honest wear that speak to its utilitarian past. The surface shows layered paint loss, scuffs, and abrasions acquired through real useexactly the kind of character collectors look for in authentic early American storage pieces. Constructed from solid wood with a hinged lid and simple interior, boxes like this were commonly used