18Th Century German Bridal Box
Stock No
SSI156
2025
- £375.00
- €437 Euro
- $510 US Dollar
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Item Description
Style: This exquisite hand made and hand painted bentwood marriage box is a rare historical treasure. The body is beautifully adorned with floral motifs in iron red, Verdigris, and yellow ochre. The lid features a charming depiction of a bride and groom dressed in early 18th century attire, framed by classic Gothic style script, a hallmark of traditional German bride boxes often inscribed with romantic or religious proverbs on love. While the box displays signs of age related wear and repairs, these only serve to highlight the fragility and storied history of this remarkable piece.
Story: In 18th century Germany, a bride’s box was a cherished wedding token. Constructed from delicate, planed wood and decorated with vivid folk art, from lush florals to portraits of the bride and groom. The groom would gift this box to his bride, providing her a treasured vessel to store her veil, cherished headdresses, and finest linens.
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Arundel, Sussex
Item Dimensions
H: 23cm W: 48cm D: 31cm
Period
18th Century & Earlier
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Arundel, Sussex
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)7885 988047
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