Description
Celebrate the timeless beauty of Scandinavian folk art with this vintage hand-painted tin box, featuring traditional rosemaling floral motifs. Signed Ann 84 on the rim, this charming piece exemplifies the delicate scrollwork, floral flourishes, and bold color palettes associated with Norwegian decorative painting.
Originally a red biscuit or cookie tin, it has been lovingly transformed with a rich, black base and adorned with blooming roses and stylized foliage in warm reds, creams, and soft greens. Scalloped cream accents along the lid edge add dimension and vintage charm.
This box is a versatile piece, perfect for storing jewelry, keepsakes, or simply displaying on a bookshelf or dresser. It's a beautiful example of American folk revival work inspired by European craft traditions, particularly the rosemaling techniques popularized in Norway's Telemark and Hallingdal regions.
Dimensions: Approx. 9.75" diameter x 4" high
Materials: Tin with hand-painted flowers
Condition: Vintage condition; minor surface wear, scratches, and dings in the metal consistent with age. Signed and dated by the artist.
Whether you're a lover of Nordic design, folk art, or one-of-a-kind painted decor, this piece is a collectible that brings warmth and character to any space.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Vintage condition; minor surface wear, scratches to the paint, and dings in the metal consistent with age. Signed and dated by the artist.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Metal, Paint
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Originally a red biscuit or cookie tin, it has been lovingly transformed with a rich, black base and adorned with blooming roses and stylized foliage in warm reds, creams, and soft greens. Scalloped cream accents along the lid edge add dimension and vintage charm.
This box is a versatile piece, perfect for storing jewelry, keepsakes, or simply displaying on a bookshelf or dresser. It's a beautiful example of American folk revival work inspired by European craft traditions, particularly the rosemaling techniques popularized in Norway's Telemark and Hallingdal regions.
Dimensions: Approx. 9.75" diameter x 4" high
Materials: Tin with hand-painted flowers
Condition: Vintage condition; minor surface wear, scratches, and dings in the metal consistent with age. Signed and dated by the artist.
Whether you're a lover of Nordic design, folk art, or one-of-a-kind painted decor, this piece is a collectible that brings warmth and character to any space.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Vintage condition; minor surface wear, scratches to the paint, and dings in the metal consistent with age. Signed and dated by the artist.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Metal, Paint
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Vintage condition; minor surface wear, scratches to the paint, and dings in the metal consistent with age. Signed and dated by the artist.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
4 x 9.75 x 9.75 in
Vintage Hand-Painted Rosemaling Folk Art Tin Box - Signed Ann 1984
Estimate $30-$60
Starting Price
$15
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Worldly Curiosities: Global Pottery & Decor
Sep 24, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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